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Parents’ Medication Guides

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA) have developed Parents’ Medication Guides to help individuals make informed decisions about treating mental disorders in children and adolescents.

English Versions


ADHD: Parents’ Medication Guide
 

ADHD in Youth with ASD: Parents’ Medication Guide

Anxiety Disorders: Parents’ Medication Guide (English)

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Parents' Medication Guide

Bipolar Disorder: Parents’ Medication Guide

Brain Stimulation Treatments for Mental Health: Parents’ Guide

Depression: Parents’ Medication Guide

Impairing Emotional Outbursts: Parents’ Medication Guide

Sleep Disorders: Parents' Medication Guide

Versiones En Español (Spanish)


Trastornos de Ansiedad

Trastorno por Déficit de Atención/Hiperactividad (TDAH)

Tratamientos de estimulación cerebral para la salud mental

Trastorno bipolar

TDAH en niños y adolescentes con TEA

Depresión
 

Arrebatos emocionales incapacitantes

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