Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

False allegations of abuse during a custody battle can seriously harm children. Here's how psychiatrists can separate fact from fiction.

As the mask debate continues, especially for children returning to school, have we stopped to ask what they want?

"Well-meaning" behavior by parents or guardians could be contributing to high levels of depression, suicidality, substance use, and other adverse outcomes in their child.

What impact has the pandemic had on children's mental health?

A clinical approach to detecting false allegations of abuse in child custody cases.

Overwhelmed and encumbered agencies are increasingly unable to provide critical services for LGBTQ youth, leaving them powerless in impeding a downward spiral into homelessness and associated negative ramifications. There are 5 ways psychiatrists can help.

There is evidence for overlapping risk factors and symptomatology between ADHD and psychotic disorders. New research investigates the association between ADHD during childhood and the subsequent risk of developing a psychotic disorder.

Activation of the maternal immune system during pregnancy is associated with increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children. A recent review and meta-analysis examine the link in ADHD.

New research brings us closer to linking diagnostically predictive connectivity patterns in patients with ADHD.

A collection of validated statements addresses overarching topics ranging from nutrition, neuropsychiatry, and nonpharmacologic treatments.

Multidisciplinary insights on helping patients with ADHD during the COVID-19 pandemic, medication abuse, and other factors affecting care.

Are current systems of mental health care alienating children and adults from the meaning inherent in their own emotional difficulties?

Before starting to prescribe stimulants to every adult who cannot concentrate, it is important to take a closer look at the research.

There is a growing effort to standardize the evaluation and management of pediatric SSRDs, which have been reported as the second most common reason for consultation after suicide assessments.

Although clinicians and patients may wish otherwise, the comorbidity of ADHD and bipolar disorder needs to be considered.

With opioid use disorder, a tiny fraction of young patients are getting treatment, which would not be acceptable for any other medical condition.

Support in the tender younger years may lead to fewer mental health issues in the future, according to research.

What are they key differences between ADHD and bipolar disorder? How can they be identified?

Although normally associated with children, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder can also persist in adulthood, presenting challenges to both patients and clinicians.

A new study by The Trevor Project finds that welcoming environments can reduce suicide risk.

An insider’s look at how balancing COVID-19 safety protocols and affording teens a safe space to interact and bond has made this challenging year less daunting.

New research underlies the need for addressing identity in young patients during early stages of psychosis.

One doctor shares her experience of treating black patients, and calls on you to help make reparations for the harm psychiatry has caused.

Studies around the world are measuring the effects of the pandemic on children and adolescents.

The pandemic has brought into focus treatment barriers, disruption in care, and possibly negative outcomes in the mental health of university students. To better understand the specific challenges of out-of-state students, the authors conducted an anonymous national survey of college psychiatrists.

Younger patients are facing unique psychological challenges during this pandemic.

A teen writes about the unexpected gift of time the quarantine afforded her and her family.

Solving the problems of “troublesome” children throughout the ages.

Sharing a love of these winged visitors brought optimism to a community.

Suicide risk screening is especially challenging. Although data are not yet available to ascertain how COVID-19 will affect the suicide rate, the 3-tiered clinical pathway has been revised to accommodate mostly telehealth screening.