Psychiatry

Researchers have found that maternal antenatal corticosteroid treatment can lead to increased risk of psychological developmental and neurosensory disorders in children.

How can one parent weaponize allegations of abuse and how can it damage a child’s mental health?

Nonstimulant drugs and even nonmedication options are available for use.

LGBTQ+ children and adolescents may be particularly vulnerable during these unprecedented times.

Sleep, depression, and bipolar disorder: what's the connection?

Panelists presented 2 studies comparing evidence-based strategies for improved patient outcomes.

Catch up on all the latest in ADHD from the The American Professional Society of ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and Related Disorders (APSARD) virtual 2022 Annual Meeting.

Chronic adolescent exposure to THC and cannabis could lead to adverse mental health outcomes and impacted brain functioning.

Mental health often plays a role in eating disorders. As a result of the pandemic, has there been an increase in eating disorders in teenagers that required medical care?

Toxic stress can have lifelong negative effects. A new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) examines how healthy relationships may serve as a buffer.

The long-term impact of COVID-19 on mental health may not be known for years, but right now it's vital to assess mental health in teenagers to help them get the help they may require.

Adolescent oral contraceptive use is associated with a small yet meaningful increased risk of experiencing an episode of major depressive disorder (MDD) in early adulthood, especially among women with no history of MDD in adolescence.

A study looks into the neurological and psychiatric aspects of COVID-19 infections.

Eating disorders have been associated with an inability to control one’s emotions. An investigation examines whether dysregulation in childhood may increase the risk of a future anorexia nervosa diagnosis when a child reaches adolescence.

A study examines the prevalence and long-term impact of psychiatric disorders in children and teenagers who are part of the juvenile justice system.

Although the mental toll of the pandemic has been high for everyone, it’s been especially difficult for children with chronic diseases such as type 1 diabetes. A session at the virtual Scientific Sessions for the American Diabetes Association addressed how one program tackled these concerns.

Being a gender diverse and transgender adolescent can mean an increased risk of mental health concerns. When those concerns lead to treatment programs, are they more likely to have worse outcomes than their cisgender peers?

Pediatricians may be the first clinician to see a teenager or young adult experiencing psychotic symptoms. A report offers guidance for providing care to these patients in potential crisis.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective way to treat social anxiety disorder, but some children and families struggle to find a local therapist that can help. A study examines whether internet delivered CBT can be effective.

A presentation at the virtual 2020 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition reminded practitioners of the 3 guiding principles of psychopharmacology.

Traumatic stress can be difficult to diagnose. A presentation at the 2020 virtual American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition offers insight on how to effectively find the diagnosis.

Suicide has been on the rise in the pediatric population. Now a new report looks at the prevalence of suicide ideation and suicide attempts in teenagers and young adults with mental health problems.

Follow-up after hospitalization for mental illness is a measure of quality care, but how many children and teenagers are getting timely follow-up? A new report investigates.

Bullying and suicide in the pediatric population have shown disturbing upward trends in recent years. A new investigation examines the link between the two among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) children and teenagers.

Children with mental health disorders are visiting emergency departments (EDs) at increasing rates. A new study looks at whether the EDs can provide optimal care.

Suicide in children and adolescents is a serious public health problem. Researchers looked at one way to help reverse current trends. 

As the rate of suicide climbs, the ability to access shows like 13 Reasons Why without parental supervision grows, and social media pushes an impossible quest for perfection, it has become more important than ever for parents, caregivers, and educators to have a good understanding of what depression is and what the signs are.

This month’s Riddle Me This! online quiz explores the study evidence to reveal some unexpected traits, risk factors, and trajectories for these children. Are there common functional skills traits in younger bullies? What does the literature say about the familial linkage of bullying-is it learned at home?

Bullying is a preventable health problem that has lasting impacts. Pediatricians need to screen patients for risk factors, empower families with coping skills, and advocate for antibullying resources in their communities.

Teenagers who display certain obsessive-compulsive symptoms, even without a diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), may be at higher risk for other serious psychiatric problems.