Clinical handbook of psychotropic drugs for children and adolescents /
Elbe, Deaneditor.
Black, Tyler R.editor.
McGrane, Ian R.editor.
Procyshyn, Ric M.(Ric Michael),1961-editor.
"The Clinical Handbook of Psychotropic Drugs for Children and Adolescents is intended to be a user-friendly and practical re-source guide on the use of psychotropic drugs in children and adolescents. Its content is derived from various forms of published literature (including randomized controlled trials, scientific data such as pharmacokinetic trials, cohort trials, case series, and case reports) as well as from leading clinical experts. Most youths with a diagnosable psychiatric disorder require multimodal interventions to address the symptoms of the disorder, the comorbid conditions, and the psychological, social, and developmental sequelae. Individual and family psychoeducation are essential, and psychosocial interventions should be considered for most psychiatric disorders. The purpose of this handbook is to provide quick access to relevant, practical, and important information clinicians should be aware of when considering pharmacological options available in the treatment of childhood and adolescent psychiatric disorders. It provides an overview of the plausible alternatives, dosing guidelines, as well as information on drug interactions and potential side effects. It is meant to be a resource for both those in training and experienced clinicians. Many classes of psychotropic drugs are used to treat childhood and adolescent mental illness on the basis of efficacy in adults, despite not being currently approved for use in these populations. The lack of approval does not necessarily reflect lack of safety or efficacy, but it does reflect a lack of controlled studies in these age groups. The Clinical Handbook includes monograph statements regarding the recommendations for the use of each drug in children and adolescents. Approved indications for children and adolescents are stated, as are those for adults; also included are nonapproved indications for these drugs. Each chapter includes data from open and double-blind studies, where available, regarding doses, adverse effects, and other considerations in children and adolescents. Patient and Caregiver Information Sheets for most drug categories are provided as printable pdf files to facilitate education/counselling of patients receiving these medications and their caregivers."--
Text runs parallel to spine.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"The Clinical Handbook of Psychotropic Drugs for Children and Adolescents is intended to be a user-friendly and practical re-source guide on the use of psychotropic drugs in children and adolescents. Its content is derived from various forms of published literature (including randomized controlled trials, scientific data such as pharmacokinetic trials, cohort trials, case series, and case reports) as well as from leading clinical experts. Most youths with a diagnosable psychiatric disorder require multimodal interventions to address the symptoms of the disorder, the comorbid conditions, and the psychological, social, and developmental sequelae. Individual and family psychoeducation are essential, and psychosocial interventions should be considered for most psychiatric disorders. The purpose of this handbook is to provide quick access to relevant, practical, and important information clinicians should be aware of when considering pharmacological options available in the treatment of childhood and adolescent psychiatric disorders. It provides an overview of the plausible alternatives, dosing guidelines, as well as information on drug interactions and potential side effects. It is meant to be a resource for both those in training and experienced clinicians. Many classes of psychotropic drugs are used to treat childhood and adolescent mental illness on the basis of efficacy in adults, despite not being currently approved for use in these populations. The lack of approval does not necessarily reflect lack of safety or efficacy, but it does reflect a lack of controlled studies in these age groups. The Clinical Handbook includes monograph statements regarding the recommendations for the use of each drug in children and adolescents. Approved indications for children and adolescents are stated, as are those for adults; also included are nonapproved indications for these drugs. Each chapter includes data from open and double-blind studies, where available, regarding doses, adverse effects, and other considerations in children and adolescents. Patient and Caregiver Information Sheets for most drug categories are provided as printable pdf files to facilitate education/counselling of patients receiving these medications and their caregivers."--
Psychotropic drugs
Pediatric psychopharmacology
Adolescent psychopharmacology
Mental illness
Adolescent psychopharmacology
Mental illness
Pediatric psychopharmacology
Psychotropic drugs