Neupsy Key

▪ Psychotherapies The origins of psychotherapy can be traced to diverse sources. Freud attempted to understand the horse phobia of a child (Little Hans) in light of his own theories…

▪ Pediatric Psychopharmacology SPECIFIC DRUG TREATMENTS Stimulants Clinical Applications and Empirical Support The stimulants (Table 21.1), especially the short- and long-acting forms of methylphenidate and amphetamine, are first-line treatments for…

▪ Abuse, Neglect, and the Effects of Trauma Children and adolescents who suffer abuse, neglect, or trauma are at increased risk for a range of mental health problems. Children who…

▪ Gender Identity Disorder Genetic sex is determined at the moment of conception. For typically developing children, an awareness of core gender identity (one’s sense of inner sexual identity) begins…

▪ Elimination Disorders: Enuresis and Encopresis BACKGROUND In Western countries, toilet training is a process that is typically completed in toddlerhood. In the United States, this typically starts between the…

▪ Somatoform Disorders The somatoform disorders present important challenges in relation to medical and psychiatric systems of care. The child or adolescent may present with dramatic or painful somatic symptoms…

▪ Sleep and Sleep Disorders BACKGROUND There have been major advances in understanding sleep and sleep problems in both children and adults over the past several decades. This began with…

▪ Substance Abuse Disorders Use and abuse of alcohol and narcotics have occurred throughout history. Indeed, until recently their use to alleviate pain was one of the few effective medical…

▪ Eating and Feeding Disorders Issues with eating and growth can arise throughout life, although given the rapid pace of development, they are often particularly important when they occur in…

▪ Tic Disorders BACKGROUND Tics are sudden, repetitive movements that typically are brief but occur in bouts. They may be quite mild or very severe. They can take the form…