Pediatric psychopharmacology for primary care / Mark A. Riddle ; contributing editors, Rebecca A. Baum [and seven others].

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Riddle, Mark A., author.

Contributor:

Samuel Bellet Book Fund.

Baum, Rebecca A., editor.

EBSCOhost.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Pediatric psychopharmacology.

Pediatric pharmacology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Itasca, IL : American Academy of Pediatrics, [2019]

System Details:

text file

Summary:

Completely updated and revised, the second edition provides primary care physicians with practice-tested, condition-specific treatment recommendations for various childhood mental disorders. Obtain clear guidance on dosing, monitoring, and potential adverse reactions of psychotropic medications for treatment of common psychiatric disorders and mental health or behavioral problems in children and adolescents. This simple, systematic approach defines discrete levels of psychotropics and spells out group-specific roles and responsibilities in accord with AAP policies. Plus, an included digital tool offers instant access to authoritative answers on specific conditions and medications. TOPICS INCLUDE Conceptual framework for prescribing psychotropic drugs Medications for specific diagnoses: ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression US Food and Drug Administration-Approved antipsychotics and mood stabilizers and all other medications What to do when treatment is unsuccessful

Contents:

Part 1 Conceptual Framework

Chapter 1 Conceptual Framework for Prescribing Psychotropic Medications p. 3

Rationale for the Conceptual Framework p. 3

Group 1 Medications for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression p. 6

Group 2 Medications p. 11

Group 3 Medications p. 13

Part 2 Practical Guidance

Chapter 2 The Psychosocial Assessment in Primary Care p. 17

Start With Inquiry About Normative Developmental Trajectory p. 18

Triage for Psychiatric and Social Emergencies p. 18

Emphasize Function p. 19

Assess Sleep Pattern p. 20

Identify Environmental Stressors p. 21

Screen for Substance Use p. 22

Differentiate New Problems From Exacerbation of Old or Chronic Problems p. 22

Inquire About Prior Evaluations and Prior and Current Treatments p. 23

Provide Initial Primary Care Intervention for Problems That Are Not Disorders p. 23

Provide Extended Evaluations and Interim Check-ins, if Needed p. 24

Preparing the Practice p. 24

Chapter 3 Assessment of Disorders, Formulation, and Feedback p. 27

Determine if Medication Is Indicated p. 47

Recognize Need for Referral p. 48

Formulation p. 50

Chapter 4 Before Prescribing p. 55

Nonmedication Interventions p. 55

Informed Consent p. 59

Specific Consent Issues p. 61

Off-label Prescribing p. 64

US Food and Drug Administration Boxed Warnings p. 64

Important Considerations for Safe and Effective Prescribing p. 66

Part 3 Group 1 Medications for Specific Diagnoses: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression

Chapter 5 Group 1 Medications for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder p. 73

General Guidance p. 73

Methylphenidate p. 77

Amphetamine p. 85

Guanfacine p. 93

Clonidine p. 100

Atomoxetine p. 107

Chapter 6 Group 1 Medications for Anxiety and Depression p. 115

General Guidance p. 115

Group 1 Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors p. 119

Group 1 Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor: Duloxetine p. 127

Part 4 Group 2 (FDA-Approved Antipsychotics and Mood Stabilizers) and Group 3 (All Other) Medications

Chapter 7 Group 2 Medications: Antipsychotics and Mood Stabilizers p. 135

Antipsychotics p. 136

The Mood Stabilizer Lithium p. 147

Chapter 8 Group 3 Medications p. 157

Other Antidepressants p. 157

Other Antipsychotics p. 163

Other Mood Stabilizers p. 164

Anxiolytics p. 164

Sleep Aids p. 164

Future Considerations p. 166

Part 5 Advanced Topics

Chapter 9 What to Do When Treatment Is Not Successful p. 169

Understand the Limits of Evidence-Based Treatments and Protocols p. 169

Reassess Diagnoses p. 169

Reassess Psychosocial Risks and Protective Factors p. 172

Reevaluate Psychotherapies p. 173

Reconsider Medication p. 174

Discontinuing Group 1 Medications p. 175

Switching Group 1 Medications p. 175

When to Consider Group 2 Antipsychotics or Lithium p. 176

When to Consider Group 3 Medications Without FDA Approval for Use in Youth p. 178

When to Consider Drug Levels or Genetic Testing p. 178

Can Genotyping Improve Medication Response? p. 179

When to Consider Consultation or a Second Opinion p. 180

When to Consider Referral for All or Part of the Patient's Ongoing Behavioral Health Care p. 180.

Notes:

Electronic reproduction. Ipswich, MA Available via World Wide Web.

Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on November 07, 2018).

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Samuel Bellet Book Fund.

ISBN:

9781610022002

1610022009

Publisher Number:

99978395928

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.