Mental, Behavioral and Development Health

In the study period and among individuals aged 12 to 24 years, mental health-associated visits increased nearly 2-fold from 2006 to 2019.

Donna Hallas, PhD, CPNP, PPCNP-BC, PMHS, FAANP, FAAN, believes behavioral health is currently at the forefront of pediatric health care and explains how simple questions can lead to better care for a child.

Editor-in-chief Tina Tan, MD, FAAP, FIDSA, FPIDS, highlights our March Mental Health issue of Contemporary Pediatrics.

"Collaboration can help us make more accurate diagnoses, develop more effective multimodal treatment plans, and monitor progress in many areas," said James Wallace, MD.

A new study found female teens and young adults were more likely to have an increased antidepressant dispensing rate during the pandemic than male peers.

A cohort analysis from Japan shows that more visible symptoms—though considered less clinical by experts—may be indicative of heightened suicidal behavior in teenagers.

A new recommendation statement from the Preventive Services Task Force remains inconclusive on the benefits versus risks of asymptomatic screening for speech and language delay disorders.

While at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition, Steven Selbst, MD, spoke with Contemporary Pediatrics® about current trends in pediatric emergency medicine, and highlighted the ongoing mental health crisis.

In this Contemporary Pediatrics® interview, Marian F. Earls, MD, MTS, FAAP, and Kori Flower, MD MS MPH, FAAP, discuss their session "How to Include Screening for Social Emotional Health in Your Practice," presented at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

Cassidy Foley Davelaar, DO, FAAP, CAQSM, shares some of the findings from her research on how social media affects young athletes and their body image at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

Varsha M. Puri, DO, shares her latest research on how childhood sexual abuse and incest affect experiences and behaviors in adulthood, which was presented in a poster session at the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

In this Q&A, Kristine H. Schmitz, MD, explains her team's recent research on paternal depression and adverse childhood experiences during the 2023 American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition.

A sneak peek at some of the most exciting sessions at this year's American Academy of Pediatrics national conference.

REACH uses state-of-the art, interactive methods grounded in the science of behavior change to teach effective methods for helping children and adults who suffer from mental and emotional health challenges.

A prestigious award from AARP, given to the founder of the REACH Institute

A new nonprofit organization is hoping to limit financial restrictions when it comes to pediatric mental health care.

James Wallace, MD, explains the various negative effects associated with school avoidance and how primary health care providers, along with parents, can catch early signs of social and separation anxiety.

In this Contemporary Pediatrics interview, James Wallace, MD, discusses increased trends in school avoidance and the negative effects associated with less days in the classroom.

A look at the advantages and limitations of these platforms.

Across a variety of concerns, the overuse of devices and screen time was the top concern for parents listed in the 2023 Top 10 Child Health Concerns for Parents, released by the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National poll on Children’s Health.

From vaccinations to classroom behavior to math and reading levels, a discussion on how to best prepare children for the coming academic year.

Donna Hallas, PhD, PPCNP-BC, CPNP, PMHS, FAANP, FAAN, recaps her thoughts on the latest issue of Contemporary Pediatrics.

Data corresponding with DSM-IV symptoms were gathered around ages 18, 21, and 23 years and the primary outcome was depression at age 24.

The study revealed several concerning trends in the utilization of acute mental health care among youth during the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The recent TikTok “Benadryl challenge” is just one example of the online dangers of shared videos among adolescents. Here is what pediatric health care providers should know—and how they can help.

A new treatment for severe hair thinning for adolescents and adults offers hope for young people struggling with this highly visible disorder.

Links between teenager anxiety and gastrointestinal (GI) issues are the subject of this Contemporary Pediatrics® interview with Julia Anderson, MD, MSCI; and Sara Francis, PhD.

Patients who are highly competitive in sports sometimes drastically restrict food intake in an attempt to outperform their peers.

Investigators state public health strategies should prioritize early detection of mental health needs and equitable access to it, as some Medicaid-enrolled children are not receiving mental health services following a firearm injury.

An increase in outpatient visits that included an anxiety diagnosis was also met with a decrease in treatment visits, while there was no significant change in the overall use of medications in all time periods.