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The Richness Available Within Medication Management
CONCLUSIONIn order to make a thorough biopsychosocial assessment, the practitioner needs to approach the patient with a genuine interest. By utilizing time and patience, the practitioner has a greater opportunity to gather pertinent information for comprehensive recommendations. Underlying issues contributing to the patient's anxiety may be alleviated through nonpharmacologic management in addition to medication. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - May 24, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Doris M. Byssum Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Effects of a Collaborative Problem ‐Solving Approach on an Inpatient Adolescent Psychiatric Unit
OBJECTIVEEffects of collaborative problem‐solving (CPS) approaches on an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit were investigated during this study, modeling Dr. Ross Greene's CPS theory, which considers that cognitive deficits are associated with adolescent behavioral dysfunction; his research, treatment, and subsequent results on similar units were notably successful. PROBLEMThe staff viewed prestudy, negative behavior modification and resultant punitive consequences as culturally acceptable. New York State's Office of Mental Health (OMH) disapproved these strategies, necessitating cultural transformation and alteration...
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Eugenia Ercole ‐Fricke, Paul Fritz, Linda E. Hill, Jill Snelders Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Overly Regulated Thinking and Autism Revisited
CONCLUSIONThe mathematical tools applied to understand dynamical systems may be a fruitful basis of further research to enable the movement from a theoretical concept of overly regulated thinking and behavior in autism to an empirically derived understanding. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Andrew Cashin, James Yorke Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Prevalence and Associated Factors of Depressive Symptoms Among Disadvantaged Adolescents: Results from a Population ‐Based Study in Bangladesh
CONCLUSIONSAdolescent depressive symptoms are common and largely undetected public health problem in Bangladesh. Policies aimed at concerted efforts for implementing a school‐based counseling program with components of cognitive behavioral therapy and developing referral systems for those who scored at least 30 at BDI may ameliorate the potential harmful consequences of depressive symptoms in adolescents. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Hashima E. Nasreen, Mohammad Ariful Alam, Maigun Edhborg Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

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Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 30, 2016 Category: Nursing Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

The Advantages of Parental Involvement in Cognitive‐Behavioral Treatment of Childhood Obsessive‐Compulsive Disorder: A Single‐Case Example
BACKGROUNDInterventions for the treatment of anxiety disorders in children have a growing evidence base. Cognitive‐behavioral therapy for the treatment of specific anxiety disorders in children and adolescents, including obsessive‐compulsive disorder, is now an established intervention. However, a question remains concerning the benefits of parental involvement in treatment. Some studies report limited or no benefit of including parents in treatment, whereas other studies have indicated additional advantages of parental involvement. INTERVENTIONThe present case report describes the treatment of an 11‐year‐old girl ...
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 17, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Rose Oldham‐Cooper, David Glasman, Maria Loades Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Adolescent Substance Use: Moving Screening Into the Practice Mainstream
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Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - April 17, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Kathleen R. Delaney Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Psychosis: A Case Study
CONCLUSIONThere is significant boundary overlap between autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia spectrum disorder. This article provides a comprehensive review of the research and a case study of a 16‐year‐old male with autism who experienced a brief reactive psychosis. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 31, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Andrew Cashin Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

An Introduction to the Psychopharmacology of Children and Adolescents With Autism Spectrum Disorder
CONCLUSIONSThere are currently no FDA‐approved medications to treat the core symptoms of ASD. Consequently, all medications, besides risperidone and aripiprazole for severe irritability, are considered off‐label. Additionally, due to reduced levels of effectiveness and higher rates of side effects, more typical medications such as antidepressants and stimulants should be used with caution. However, the evidence indicates that the thoughtful use of psychiatric medication in conjunction with other interventions may be beneficial in helping children and adolescents with ASD thrive at school and home. (Source: Journal of C...
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 31, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Jason F. Earle Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A Case Study of an Adolescent With Health Anxiety and OCD, Treated Using CBT: Single‐Case Experimental Design
CONCLUSIONRoutine outcome measures demonstrated the effectiveness of the OCD intervention, and the need for further research in health anxiety in young people, including the development of disorder and age‐specific measures. The implications for the use of CBT to treat health anxiety for young people are discussed. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 31, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Cara Roberts‐Collins Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

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Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 31, 2016 Category: Nursing Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

The Differential Impact of Tourette's Syndrome and Comorbid Diagnosis on the Quality of Life and Functioning of Diagnosed Children and Adolescents
CONCLUSIONSUnderstanding the risks associated with TS, particularly to psychosocial well‐being, and the specific risks accompanying individual comorbid disorders, may improve assessment, prioritization of treatment goals, and interventions targeting the individual, multidimensional needs of youth with TS. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 16, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Deirdre O'Hare, Edward Helmes, John Reece, Valsamma Eapen, Kerry McBain Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Gender‐Related Factors for Depressive Symptoms in Turkish Adolescents
CONCLUSIONWe suggest further studies to confirm these results as well as establishing strategies for better detection of depressive symptoms when working on adolescents. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - March 14, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Ahmet Hamdi Alpaslan, Ugur Kocak, Kadriye Avci Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Improving Mental Health Care: What Nurses Can Do
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Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - January 7, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Kathleen R. Delaney Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Focus on Teen Men: Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Wise Guys Program
CONCLUSIONSThis study revealed important benefits of Wise Guys and proposed future mixed methods research to ensure that authentic teen voices inform programing. Nurses working with adolescents may find this information valuable as they address sexual health issues in their work. (Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing)
Source: Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing - November 1, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Judith W. Herrman, Christopher Moore, Brian Rahmer Tags: Original Article Source Type: research