Co-occurring Medical Illnesses in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Updates and Treatment Considerations, An Issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

This issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, guest edited by Dr. Vera Feuer, provides a comprehensive exploration of emergency psychiatric care for children and adolescents. It addresses the unique challenges of managing acute psychiatric crises in pediatric populations, from suicide risk to agitation and behavioral emergencies. The issue emphasizes practical, evidence-based approaches that integrate clinical pathways, interprofessional collaboration, and innovative tools such as telepsychiatry. Contributors highlight the roles of multidisciplinary teams—including psychiatrists, social workers, child life specialists, and security personnel—in delivering timely, safe, and effective care. This issue is an essential resource for clinicians, trainees, and administrators working in pediatric emergency settings or community-based crisis services.

key Features:

• Suicide and Risk Screening: Guidance on effective assessment and early identification in pediatric emergency settings.
• Behavioral Emergency Management: Evidence-based strategies for agitation and crisis interventions.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Roles of child life specialists, social services, and security personnel in care pathways.
• Clinical Pathways: Standardized procedures for managing psychiatric emergencies efficiently and safely.
• Telepsychiatry Integration: Use of virtual care to expand access and improve outcomes.
• Community Crisis Services: Best practices for referrals, linkage, and continuity of care beyond the hospital.
• Training and Education: Curriculum guidance for staff on emergency protocols and trauma-informed care.