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Pediatric ADHD Topic Center

Michelle Martel, PhD
Q&As
10/31/2024
Michelle Martel, PhD, shares insights from her session on ADHD in women presented at the 2024 Psych Congress.
Michelle Martel, PhD, shares insights from her session on ADHD in women presented at the 2024 Psych Congress.
Michelle Martel, PhD, shares...
10/31/2024
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Timothy Wilens, MD
Videos
09/18/2024
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides...
09/18/2024
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09/11/2024
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Test your knowledge with this quick quiz!
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09/11/2024
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News
09/04/2024
A recently published study in JAMA Network Open presents a nuanced picture of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected youth mental health.
A recently published study in JAMA Network Open presents a nuanced picture of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected youth mental health.
A recently published study in...
09/04/2024
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News
08/27/2024
As millions of Americans, both children and adult, prepare to return to school next week, an ongoing challenge has once again reared its head: a shortage of stimulant drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
As millions of Americans, both children and adult, prepare to return to school next week, an ongoing challenge has once again reared its head: a shortage of stimulant drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
As millions of Americans, both...
08/27/2024
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Julie Carbray, PhD, APRN
Videos
08/22/2024
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, provides a quick overview of some of the most widely accessible screening tools for pediatric and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.  
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, provides a quick overview of some of the most widely accessible screening tools for pediatric and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.  
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC,...
08/22/2024
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News
08/14/2024
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain, children with sleep problems at ages 8 and 9 were at increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in preadolescence. Researchers published their findings in the European Journal...
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain, children with sleep problems at ages 8 and 9 were at increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in preadolescence. Researchers published their findings in the European Journal...
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain,...
08/14/2024
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07/02/2024
Do you know what the DSM-5-TR says on this topic? Find out with this quiz!
Do you know what the DSM-5-TR says on this topic? Find out with this quiz!
Do you know what the DSM-5-TR...
07/02/2024
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FDA Approves First Liquid, Non-Stimulant for Pediatric ADHD
News
06/11/2024
The FDA approved Tris Pharma, Inc.’s ONYDA™ XR (clonidine hydrochloride), a once-daily extended-release oral suspension medication, for the treatment of ADHD in patients 6 years and older.
The FDA approved Tris Pharma, Inc.’s ONYDA™ XR (clonidine hydrochloride), a once-daily extended-release oral suspension medication, for the treatment of ADHD in patients 6 years and older.
The FDA approved Tris Pharma,...
06/11/2024
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News
05/31/2024
While treatments that improve attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents are diverse and growing, medications have the strongest evidence base for improved outcomes.
While treatments that improve attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents are diverse and growing, medications have the strongest evidence base for improved outcomes.
While treatments that improve...
05/31/2024
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05/17/2024
A literature review presented via poster at the 2024 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting in New York City suggests that video games may not be all-harm in effect for youth with ADHD.
A literature review presented via poster at the 2024 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting in New York City suggests that video games may not be all-harm in effect for youth with ADHD.
A literature review presented...
05/17/2024
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Videos

Timothy Wilens, MD
Videos
09/18/2024
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides...
09/18/2024
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Julie Carbray, PhD, APRN
Videos
08/22/2024
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, provides a quick overview of some of the most widely accessible screening tools for pediatric and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.  
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC, PMHCNS-BC, APRN, provides a quick overview of some of the most widely accessible screening tools for pediatric and adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.  
Julie Carbray, PhD, FPMHNP-BC,...
08/22/2024
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Greg Mattingly, MD, and Elizabeth Judd, NP, MHS
Videos
06/05/2023
Greg Mattingly, MD, and Elizabeth Judd, NP, MHS, discuss how clinicians can incorporate non-stimulant medication into their ADHD treatment plans.
Greg Mattingly, MD, and Elizabeth Judd, NP, MHS, discuss how clinicians can incorporate non-stimulant medication into their ADHD treatment plans.
Greg Mattingly, MD, and...
06/05/2023
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Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS
Videos
06/01/2022
Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS, discusses living with, treating, and managing pediatric ADHD over the summer months. Dr Maletic gives practical advice for clinicians treating these patients and knowledge to share with caretakers.
Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS, discusses living with, treating, and managing pediatric ADHD over the summer months. Dr Maletic gives practical advice for clinicians treating these patients and knowledge to share with caretakers.
Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS,...
06/01/2022
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Manpreet Singh
Videos
12/16/2021
Manpreet Singh, MD, MS, discusses introducing stimulant therapy for ADHD management, differentiating pediatric ADHD from mood disorders, and gender or ethnic bias during diagnosis.
Manpreet Singh, MD, MS, discusses introducing stimulant therapy for ADHD management, differentiating pediatric ADHD from mood disorders, and gender or ethnic bias during diagnosis.
Manpreet Singh, MD, MS,...
12/16/2021
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Manpreet Singh
Videos
12/07/2021
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS, offers "clinical clues" to clinicians on how to distinguish ADHD from primary mood disorders or other conditions and also discusses comorbid conditions in pediatric ADHD. 
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS, offers "clinical clues" to clinicians on how to distinguish ADHD from primary mood disorders or other conditions and also discusses comorbid conditions in pediatric ADHD. 
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS, offers...
12/07/2021
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Manpreet Singh
Videos
11/22/2021
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS, director, offers tips for clinicians to maintain manage expectations and the best possible care for patients with ADHD throughout the holiday season.
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS, director, offers tips for clinicians to maintain manage expectations and the best possible care for patients with ADHD throughout the holiday season.
Manpreet K Singh, MD, MS,...
11/22/2021
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Greg Mattingly, MD
Videos
11/05/2021
Greg Mattingly, MD, discusses the “hot topics” in pediatric attention-deficient/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that were presented at the recent Psych Congress in San Antonio.
Greg Mattingly, MD, discusses the “hot topics” in pediatric attention-deficient/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that were presented at the recent Psych Congress in San Antonio.
Greg Mattingly, MD, discusses...
11/05/2021
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Vlad Maletic, MD, MS
Videos
10/14/2021
Dr Maletic is interviewed about the pandemic’s impact on different age groups of children with pediatric ADHD and how parents and schools can support children during the back-to-school transition.
Dr Maletic is interviewed about the pandemic’s impact on different age groups of children with pediatric ADHD and how parents and schools can support children during the back-to-school transition.
Dr Maletic is interviewed about...
10/14/2021
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Vlad Maletic, MD, MS
Videos
09/08/2021
Increased screen time, diet changes, social impacts affects and other COVID-19 pandemic outcomes impact children with pediatric ADHD at varying levels depending on disorder severity, says Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS.
Increased screen time, diet changes, social impacts affects and other COVID-19 pandemic outcomes impact children with pediatric ADHD at varying levels depending on disorder severity, says Vladimir Maletic, MD, MS.
Increased screen time, diet...
09/08/2021
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Jonathan Meyer, MD
Videos
11/11/2024
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his clinical insights on schizophrenia management.
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his clinical insights on schizophrenia management.
Jonathan Meyer, MD, offers his...
11/11/2024
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Desiree Matthews
Schizophrenia Conference Insights
11/07/2024
Watch these exclusive insights with Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, to learn how this novel treatment could reshape the landscape of care for adults living with schizophrenia.
Watch these exclusive insights with Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, to learn how this novel treatment could reshape the landscape of care for adults living with schizophrenia.
Watch these exclusive insights...
11/07/2024
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Marc Agronin
Videos
11/02/2024
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some easy prevention strategies for Alzheimer disease following his Psych Congress 2024 session "A New Era for Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention, Early Diagnosis, Effective Intervention."
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some easy prevention strategies for Alzheimer disease following his Psych Congress 2024 session "A New Era for Alzheimer’s Disease: Prevention, Early Diagnosis, Effective Intervention."
Dr Marc Agronin discusses some...
11/02/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD.
Videos
10/28/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, offers clinical guidance for managing adverse affects from schizophrenia treatment, including weight gain and movement disorder
Christoph Correll, MD, offers clinical guidance for managing adverse affects from schizophrenia treatment, including weight gain and movement disorder
Christoph Correll, MD, offers...
10/28/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD
Videos
10/16/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, provides a thorough pharmacological overview of the traditional and novel treatments available for schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, provides a thorough pharmacological overview of the traditional and novel treatments available for schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, provides...
10/16/2024
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Christoph Correll, MD
Videos
10/08/2024
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews some of the key prodromal and accentuated psychotic symptoms that serve as early indicators of schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews some of the key prodromal and accentuated psychotic symptoms that serve as early indicators of schizophrenia.
Christoph Correll, MD, reviews...
10/08/2024
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Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO
Videos
09/30/2024
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO, Different MHP, highlights how providers can integrate medication management into their virtual practices—especially for patients needing long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics.
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO, Different MHP, highlights how providers can integrate medication management into their virtual practices—especially for patients needing long-acting injectable (LAI) antipsychotics.
Desiree Matthews, PMHNP-BC, CEO,...
09/30/2024
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Timothy Wilens, MD
Videos
09/18/2024
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides practical clinical guidance for supporting patients with ADHD through life transitions.
Timothy Wilens, MD, provides...
09/18/2024
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A young child wears goofy sunglasses and smiles
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09/04/2024
A recently published study in JAMA Network Open presents a nuanced picture of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected youth mental health.
A recently published study in JAMA Network Open presents a nuanced picture of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected youth mental health.
A recently published study in...
09/04/2024
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a young boy sits and works at a desk in a classroom
News
08/27/2024
As millions of Americans, both children and adult, prepare to return to school next week, an ongoing challenge has once again reared its head: a shortage of stimulant drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
As millions of Americans, both children and adult, prepare to return to school next week, an ongoing challenge has once again reared its head: a shortage of stimulant drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
As millions of Americans, both...
08/27/2024
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a young child lays in bed with a teddy bear and rubs their eyes
News
08/14/2024
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain, children with sleep problems at ages 8 and 9 were at increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in preadolescence. Researchers published their findings in the European Journal...
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain, children with sleep problems at ages 8 and 9 were at increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms in preadolescence. Researchers published their findings in the European Journal...
In 3 pediatric cohorts in Spain,...
08/14/2024
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FDA Approves First Liquid, Non-Stimulant for Pediatric ADHD
News
06/11/2024
The FDA approved Tris Pharma, Inc.’s ONYDA™ XR (clonidine hydrochloride), a once-daily extended-release oral suspension medication, for the treatment of ADHD in patients 6 years and older.
The FDA approved Tris Pharma, Inc.’s ONYDA™ XR (clonidine hydrochloride), a once-daily extended-release oral suspension medication, for the treatment of ADHD in patients 6 years and older.
The FDA approved Tris Pharma,...
06/11/2024
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pediatric adhd
News
05/31/2024
While treatments that improve attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents are diverse and growing, medications have the strongest evidence base for improved outcomes.
While treatments that improve attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adolescents are diverse and growing, medications have the strongest evidence base for improved outcomes.
While treatments that improve...
05/31/2024
Psych Congress Network
A young Black boy sits on the floor of a living room holding a video game controller and concentrated on his game
News
05/17/2024
A literature review presented via poster at the 2024 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting in New York City suggests that video games may not be all-harm in effect for youth with ADHD.
A literature review presented via poster at the 2024 American Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting in New York City suggests that video games may not be all-harm in effect for youth with ADHD.
A literature review presented...
05/17/2024
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A young child wears goofy sunglasses and smiles
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04/15/2024
Acetaminophen use during pregnancy does not increase children’s risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and intellectual disability.
Acetaminophen use during pregnancy does not increase children’s risk of neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, and intellectual disability.
Acetaminophen use during...
04/15/2024
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A Black infant with bantu knots holds an alphabet letter block
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04/01/2024
A larger span of spoken words was genetically linked with an increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and more ADHD symptoms in infants, but by toddlerhood the genetic relationship was reversed.
A larger span of spoken words was genetically linked with an increased risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and more ADHD symptoms in infants, but by toddlerhood the genetic relationship was reversed.
A larger span of spoken words...
04/01/2024
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03/01/2024
Episodes of fever experienced during the first 4 years of life are associated with a higher rate of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis during childhood and demonstrates a dose-response relationship.
Episodes of fever experienced during the first 4 years of life are associated with a higher rate of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis during childhood and demonstrates a dose-response relationship.
Episodes of fever experienced...
03/01/2024
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02/15/2024
Exposure to lead during childhood, but not prenatal exposure, may increase the chances of subsequent attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and diagnosis.
Exposure to lead during childhood, but not prenatal exposure, may increase the chances of subsequent attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and diagnosis.
Exposure to lead during...
02/15/2024
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11/14/2024
A qualitative study involving unpaid and professional caregivers of patients with schizophrenia confirmed the content and usability of the Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale (SCoRS).
A qualitative study involving unpaid and professional caregivers of patients with schizophrenia confirmed the content and usability of the Schizophrenia Cognition Rating Scale (SCoRS).
A qualitative study involving...
11/14/2024
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Adults Who Smoke Have More Chronic Pain, Use More Opioids
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11/07/2024
Rates of chronic pain, prescription opioid use, and severe work limitations rise with the number of cigarettes smoked daily, according to study results published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Rates of chronic pain, prescription opioid use, and severe work limitations rise with the number of cigarettes smoked daily, according to study results published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine.
Rates of chronic pain,...
11/07/2024
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Patient survey
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11/06/2024
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive dyskinesia (TD) diagnosis include a lack of communication with the health care professional, lack of a physical exam, and low educational and socioeconomic status, according to a survey of adults with TD symptoms.
Key barriers to tardive...
11/06/2024
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Semaglutide May Lower Risk of Alzheimer Disease in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
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11/05/2024
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity prescribed semaglutide had a 40% to 70% lower risk of a first-time Alzheimer disease (AD) diagnosis compared with patients taking other antidiabetic medications, according to a study published in...
Patients with type 2 diabetes...
11/05/2024
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11/04/2024
Adjunctive treatment with the atypical antipsychotic lumateperone improved depressive symptoms and severity more than adjunctive placebo in patients with MDD with inadequate response to previous antidepressant therapy, according to a poster...
Adjunctive treatment with the atypical antipsychotic lumateperone improved depressive symptoms and severity more than adjunctive placebo in patients with MDD with inadequate response to previous antidepressant therapy, according to a poster...
Adjunctive treatment with the...
11/04/2024
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11/01/2024
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination olanzapine/samidorphan (OLZ/SAM) maintained consistent symptom control in patients with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder and demonstrated a favorable long-term safety profile over 4 years consistent with previous studies.
Combination...
11/01/2024
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10/16/2024
Monlunabant was associated with statistically significant weight loss, but the drug was also linked with mild to moderate neuropsychiatric side effects.
Monlunabant was associated with statistically significant weight loss, but the drug was also linked with mild to moderate neuropsychiatric side effects.
Monlunabant was associated with...
10/16/2024
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Increase in Suicidality Associated With FDA Black Box Warning Implementation
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10/11/2024
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on antidepressants from the FDA warning of increased risk of suicidality were associated with a decline in mental health treatment and an increase in suicide attempts and deaths in young people, according to a systematic...
Black box warnings on...
10/11/2024
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10/10/2024
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined with cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBTI) were associated with improved benzodiazepine receptor agonist discontinuation in patients receiving treatment for insomnia
A masked drug taper combined...
10/10/2024
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Bright Light Therapy Effective for Depressive Disorders, May Improve Treatment Response Time
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10/09/2024
Bright light therapy (BLT) may be an effective adjunctive treatment for non-seasonal depressive disorders and improve response time for the initial treatment, according to results from a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Bright light therapy (BLT) may be an effective adjunctive treatment for non-seasonal depressive disorders and improve response time for the initial treatment, according to results from a recent systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Bright light therapy (BLT) may...
10/09/2024
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09/21/2023
Of the 3.3% of youth in a recent study that had exclusively undergone non-stimulant therapy for ADHD, what percentage reported prescription stimulant misuse in the past year?
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06/12/2023
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05/19/2023
Pop Quiz: According to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, what percent of children with parent-reported DSM-5 criteria for ADHD were currently receiving ADHD medications?
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10/23/2024
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10/23/2024
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09/17/2024
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09/28/2016
How to Use Patients simply check 1 of the 5 boxes in response to each of the 6 questions.  Click here for website for ASRS-VI.I How to Score If 4 or more marks appear in the darkly shaded boxes within the questionnaire, the...
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09/28/2016
  Click here for ADHD Rating Scales Website  How to Use: ADHD Rating Scales ( www.adhdratingscales.com ) is an online resource dedicated to increasing the efficient use of ADHD rating scales in everyday clinical...
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09/28/2016
How to Use The ADHD Rating Scale-IV obtains parent ratings regarding the frequency of each ADHD symptom based on DSM-IV criteria. Parents are asked to determine symptomatic frequency that describes the child’s  home behavior over the...
How to Use The ADHD Rating Scale-IV obtains parent ratings regarding the frequency of each ADHD symptom based on DSM-IV criteria. Parents are asked to determine symptomatic frequency that describes the child’s  home behavior over the...
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01/29/2019
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
  Click here for Medication Adherence Rating Scale (MARS) - page 7      The total score ranges from 0-10 with a higher score indicating better adherence   Strengths Self-report...
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01/29/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS How to Use The SDS is a brief, 5-item self-report tool that assesses functional impairment in work/school, social life, and family life.  How to Score Total score 0-30 (0 unimpaired, 30 highly...
Click here for website for SDS...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
  How to Use The Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) is a comprehensive 24-item symptom scale. The BPRS is used as part of a clinical interview in which the clinician makes...
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01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is a widely used psychiatric structured diagnostic interview instrument.  To keep the interview brief, tell the patient the interview is structured and requires only “yes” or “no” answers.   The MINI...
How to Use The MINI is...
01/28/2019
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01/28/2019
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen is a subset (2 pages) of the complete MINI and acts as a tool to refer healthcare providers to the complete MINI.   Click here for the website for the MINI Screen     How to...
How to Use The MINI Screen...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) is a brief, 9-item self-report screening tool that may help identify symptoms that could relate to depression. The PHQ-9 was developed for use in primary care...
How to Use The Patient Health...
01/28/2019
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Saundra's Corner
01/28/2019
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated on 6-point Likert scale Subjective quality of life based on positive mood (good spirits, relaxation), vitality (being active and waking up fresh and rested), and general interest (being interested in...
How to Use Five items rated...
01/28/2019
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01/28/2019
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to Use The Beck Depression Inventory-II (BDI-II): 1996 revision of the BDI 21-item self-report multiple-choice inventory ~ 10 minutes to...
How to...
01/28/2019
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01/28/2019
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder Questionnaire (MDQ) can be administered either by the clinician or self-administered by the patient.   The MDQ consists of 15 questions and takes about 5 minutes to complete. The first 13 questions about...
How to Use The Mood Disorder...
01/28/2019
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01/28/2019
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
  Click here for a PDF of the HAM-A     Developed in 1959 by Dr. M. Hamilton, the scale has proven useful not only in following individual patients but also in...
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01/28/2019
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11/07/2024
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10/11/2024
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