Optimizing Psychotropic Agents in Pediatric Patients: A Comprehensive Guide

By M.D. Molly McVoy, M.D. McVoy, Molly, Ph.D. Stepanova, Ekaterina, M.D., M.D. Findling, Robert L.

When it comes to using psychotropic agents in pediatric patients, it’s crucial to consider the unique effects of these drugs on developing bodies and brains. Simply extrapolating data from adults to children and adolescents is not enough. The fourth edition of the Clinical Manual of Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology provides an essential resource for healthcare professionals, offering an updated and exhaustive analysis of evidence-based information and data-driven best treatment practices in child and adolescent psychiatry.

Organized by DSM-5-TR Diagnosis for Easy Reference

This comprehensive manual is organized by DSM-5-TR diagnosis, covering nine disorder categories, including:

• Depressive disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Eating disorders
• Early schizophrenia and psychotic illnesses

Each chapter includes detailed medication tables, making it easy to reference dosing, side effects, and management tips. Key points summarize the most essential information for treating clinicians, ensuring that healthcare professionals can provide the best possible care for their pediatric patients.

A Valuable Resource for Healthcare Professionals

Whether you’re a clinical psychiatrist, medical student on psychiatry rotation, advanced practice provider, or pediatrician, this manual is an indispensable desktop reference. With its in-depth information and user-friendly format, it’s the perfect tool for staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based practices in child and adolescent psychiatry.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Amer Psychiatric Pub Inc
• Edition: 4th edition
• Release Date: July 27, 2023
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 502
• ISBN-10: 1615374892
• ISBN-13: 978-1615374892