Pediatrics
Conference Coverage
Early parent-child psychotherapy is effective for childhood depression
BROOKLYN, N.Y. –
From the Journals
Half of parents unaware of teens’ suicidal thoughts
From the Journals
Buprenorphine for NAS shows promise in reducing length of stay
Up to 70% of newborns with NAS will require pharmacologic treatment to alleviate symptoms.
MDedge Psychcast
Violence against women: Gail Robinson
The prevalence and treatment of women who are survivors of domestic violence and violence in general are discussed.
From the Journals
Medicaid youth suicides include more females, younger kids, hanging deaths
Findings captured in Medicaid claims could help identify periods known to be tied to heightened suicide risk, such as right after discharge from...
Daily News Podcast
Carbs vs. fats for CVD
A novel agent cuts LDL in patients who are intolerant to statins.
MDedge Psychcast
Rural suicidality and resilience
Addressing suicide in rural communities presents unique challenges.
From the Journals
Sleep disorders in children with ADHD treated with off-label medications
Medications used to treat ADHD in children can have an impact on sleep.
From the Journals
Prenatal valproate exposure raises ADHD risk
Children whose mothers took valproate during pregnancy were significantly more likely to have ADHD diagnoses.
From the Journals
Mothers may play role in depression link between fathers and daughters
“Overall, these findings highlight the importance of ... considering both parents when one parent presents with depression.”
What Your Patients are Hearing
Michigan police receive training to recognize mental illness
The goal is to slow down the pace of the interaction after officers recognize signs of mental illness.