Antipsychotics can be very effective for irritability in autism, but they are often unnecessary, and the side effects are truly problematic. Don’t be the prescriber who hears irritability in autism and immediately prescribes antipsychotics. There are usually multiple steps to try before using the FDA-approved antipsychotic medications.

Learn about the pros and cons of the main categories of medications that clinicians typically use to treat anxiety in children and adolescents.

More red flags to watch for when prescribing controls, and how to manage them in practice.

MAOIs rank high in efficacy and are pretty well tolerated too, as long as you watch for two critical interactions.

Learn how to assess and intervene with NSSI, including ideas for supporting autonomy while addressing the behavior.

Find out what psychiatry's favorite critic does in his practice.

Online clinics delivered at-home ketamine throughout the pandemic, and we’re just becoming aware of the consequences. 

Learn how clinicians can enhance their patient’s quality of life by improving sleep outcomes.

Learn to identify sensory challenges to address these barriers to effective care in teens and adolescents.