Current research indicates that up to ten percent of children suffer from mental health problems at some point before reaching adulthood. Complex diagnostic criteria and medication regimes can make these patients a challenge to manage. The chronic shortage of child and adolescent psychiatrists has led to more and more cases being cared for by pediatricians and primary care practitioners. Patients may be on multiple medications of long duration, and reaching a decision to modify or cease treatment is often complicated. Pediatric and Adolescent Psychopharmacology: A Practical Manual for Pediatricians is written for all non-psychiatrists who find themselves caring for children and teenagers with mental health disorders. It gives clear, expert guidance on the complexities of diagnosis of mental health disorders and provides practical, accessible advice on the complex treatment options available for many disorders. This text will be an invaluable resource for all clinicians who encounter these vulnerable patients.

A concise practical text for pediatricians on all mental health disorders in children and adolescents.

About the Author
Donald E. Greydanus is a Professor of Pediatrics and Human Development at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Joseph L. Calles, Jr. is a Clincial Associate Professor of Psychiatry and the Director of the Psychiatry Residency Training Program at Michigan State University. Dilip R. Patel is a Professor of Pediatrics and Human Development and Pediatrics Program Director at Michigan State University.


Book Information
ISBN 9780521705677
Author Donald E. Greydanus
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 520g
Dimensions(mm) 227mm * 152mm * 16mm