Review Article

Psychotropic Medication Adherence in Children and Adolescents

Researchers believe that almost 20% of children and adolescents struggle with chronic and persistent mental health concerns. Mental health is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Youth can struggle with several impairing mental health disorders, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, and autism spectrum disorder….

Posted in: children and adolescents 3 mental health 22 psychotropic medications 2

Original Article

The Risk of Overweight in Children and Adolescents with Major Mental Illness

Objectives: To survey the charts of youths with major mental illness who may constitute a high-risk group (HRG) for overweight. Methods: We reviewed the charts of youths admitted to a public sector psychiatric hospital. For the 795 cases of patients 6 to 18 years old identified as the study cohort,…

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