Psychopharmacology in Pediatric Mental Health

Course overview

This presentation will provide a comprehensive overview for clinicians on the topic of psychopharmacology in the context of mental health for children and adolescents. Participants will become familiar with evidence-based approaches to the psychopharmacological treatment of common mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. The training will also review approaches to collaboration between medical and non-medical clinicians when pharmacotherapy is a component of a treatment plan. Participants will gain the ability to recognize adverse effects associated with commonly used classes of psychotropic medication in youth, which will better inform treatment decisions.