Psychiatric Medication in Children

In this 4-part series, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Soad Michelsen, MD, explains what happens before starting a child on medication treatment, discusses what off label prescribing means, explains dosage differences, how to determine outcomes, and ensure adherence to treatment. This recording is from a community presentation Clarity Child Guidance Center hosted on May 29, 2009.

Psychiatric Medications in Children (Part 1)
Treatment Plans

 


Psychiatric Medications in Children (Part 2)
Stimulants and Non-Stimulants

Dr. Michelsen explains the indications, dosage information, expected results, risks and side effects, and types of stimulants and non-stimulants used to treat children.

 


Psychiatric Medications in Children (Part 3)
Antidepressants, Neuroleptics, and Antipsychotics

Dr. Michelsen explains the indications, dosage information, expected results, risks and side effects, and types of antidepressants, neuroleptics and antipsychotics used to treat children.

 


Psychiatric Medications in Children (Part 4)
Anticonvulsants, Mood Stabilizers, Sedatives, Hypnotics

Dr. Michelsen explains the indications, dosage information, expected results, risks and side effects, and types of anticonvulsants, mood stabilizers, sedatives, and hypnotics used to treat children.

 

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