Schizophrenia is a chronic condition with symptoms—such as hallucinations, loss of emotion, and suicidal ideation—that often lead to disability, loss of socioeconomic status, and significant healthcare use. Approximately 2.4 million people in the United States have been diagnosed with schizophrenia and the annual US cost burden of schizophrenia is estimated at $63 billion, $23 billion of which is attributed to direct healthcare costs. Hospitalization due to relapse is a frequent...
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Eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, Female Athlete Triad and eating disorders not otherwise specified, typically emerge in early adolescence with onset shortly after puberty. Recent estimates suggest that the prevalence of anorexia ranges between 0.5 – 1% among adolescent females and is approximately 0.02% in adolescent males. The prevalence of bulimia nervosa appears higher, ranging from 1 – 3 % in adolescent females and...
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This activity presented by...
Hatim A. Omar, MD, FAAP
Professor of Pediatrics and Obstetrics Gynecology
University of Kentucky College of Medicine,...
Use of alcoholic beverages to excess, either on individual occasions ("binge drinking") or as a regular practice. For some individuals-children or pregnant women, for example-almost any amount of alcohol use may be legally considered "alcohol abuse," depending on local laws. Heavy alcohol abuse can cause physical damage and death.
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Lon R. Hays, MD, MBA
Professor and Chairman
Department of Psychiatry
University of Kentucky Medical Center
This lecture is an overview of common child and adolescent psychiatric issues encountered in the primary care setting. The main focus is on depression, suicidal ideation (with and without self-injurious behavior), and bipolar disorder. The symptoms, preferred treatments and side effects of these treatments are discussed. Case studies are used to illustrate the varying presentations of these common problems.
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This activity presented by...
Karen M. Lommel, DO MHA
Director, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Consultation/Liaison Service
Kentucky Children's...
