Integrated Behavioral Health in Pediatric Practice, An Issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

This issue of Pediatric Clinics focuses on Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) in Pediatric Practice, a collaborative, team-based approach that addresses children’s behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs within primary care and specialty medical settings. Guided by Guest Editors Roger W. Apple, Cheryl A. Dickson, and Maria Demma Cabral, the volume brings together leading experts to examine why IBH is essential in modern pediatrics and how it can be effectively implemented across diverse clinical environments. Emphasis is placed on practical models that improve access to care, enhance outcomes, and support pediatricians in managing common behavioral health concerns as part of routine practice.

Key Features:

• Clear explanation of the need for Integrated Behavioral Health in pediatric primary care
• Insight into IBH models in pediatric residency and training clinics
• Review of the evolving role of pediatric psychologists within primary care and medical subspecialties
• Coverage of common behavioral and mental health concerns encountered in pediatric practice
• Defined roles and responsibilities of Behavioral Health Clinicians (BHCs) in integrated settings
• Historical perspective on pediatrics and the development of IBH models
• 15 practice-oriented topics designed to address real-world clinical challenges
• Concise, clinically relevant reviews to support daily decision-making by physicians
• Up-to-date, evidence-informed content led by experienced editors and multidisciplinary experts