Topics: Child Psychiatry

Welcome to the final 2019 issue of the Carlat Child Psychiatry Report. Our theme for this issue is autism, and we have a number of insights to share.

Topics: Antipsychotics | Autism | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Neurotoxicity

With all the existing concerns about use of antipsychotic medications, particularly in off label situations, should we be also concerned about the potential for neurotoxicity? In this article we break down the topic and make suggestions for thoughtful patient care.

Topics: Autism | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Irritability | Symptom Assessment | Symptom Management

What can child psychiatrists do to sort out irritability in children and teens with Autism? This article helps you to go beyond singular derivative symptoms such as ‘irritability’ to help clinicians arrive at a more nuanced understanding that can lead to more specific and effective management.

Topics: Autism | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Connect | Connection | Dysregulation | Engagement

More and more research points to the central importance of supporting better caregiver-child relationships in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Read this article to hear about the impact of maternal efforts to engage high and low risk infants.

Topics: ADHD | Anxiety | attention | Conduct Disorder | Depression | Dysregulation | Emotional dysregulation | Heart rate

Clinical psychiatry is becoming more attuned to the utility of tracking physiological markers of regulation and dysregulation. The study clarifies where we are in understanding heart rate as a clue in diagnosis and management.

Topics: Antipsychotics | Aripiprazole | Autism | Autism Spectrum Disorder | Risperidone | Weight gain

Weight gain is a common side effect of antipsychotic treatment in children and adolescents. Is one medication less problematic than another? This article reports on a comparison between risperidone and aripiprazole. The results might surprise you.

Topics: ADHD | Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder | Crocus Sativus | methylphenidate | Saffron

There are so many alleged herbal remedies touted to treat psychiatric disorders. See our take on this head to head study of Crocus Sativus aka. Saffron versus methylphenidate in ADHD.

Topics: CME Post-Test

The post-test for this issue is available for one year after the publication date to subscribers. By successfully completing the test you will be awarded a certificate for 1 CME credits.