Track: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Developmental Considerations in
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry:
- Understanding typical developmental milestones and
how they relate to mental health
- Age-specific diagnostic criteria: How symptoms of
mental health disorders may present differently in children and
adolescents
- The role of family, environment, and school in
shaping mental health outcomes
Common Psychiatric Disorders in
Children and Adolescents:
- Anxiety Disorders: Childhood anxiety, social
anxiety, and separation anxiety in younger children
- Depression and Mood Disorders: Signs of depression
in children and adolescents, and the risk of underdiagnosis
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
Diagnosis, treatment options, and managing ADHD in educational settings
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Early
identification and therapeutic interventions for ASD
- Conduct Disorders and Oppositional Defiant
Disorder (ODD): Behavioral management and therapeutic interventions
The Role of Therapy in Child and
Adolescent Mental Health:
- Play Therapy: The use of play as a therapeutic
tool for younger children in understanding emotions and processing trauma
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for
Adolescents: Tailoring CBT techniques to address the cognitive
distortions and challenges faced by adolescents
- Family Therapy: Addressing family dynamics,
parenting challenges, and involving the family in treatment
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
(TF-CBT) for children and adolescents who have experienced abuse or
trauma
Pharmacotherapy in Child and
Adolescent Psychiatry:
- Psychopharmacological treatments: Medications for
anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders
- Risk-benefit analysis: Monitoring for side effects
and managing medication in youth
- Ethical considerations: Informed consent, parental
involvement, and understanding the impact of long-term medication use in
children
School and Social Interventions
for Mental Health Disorders:
- The role of schools in early identification and
intervention for mental health concerns
- Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504
Plans: Supporting students with mental health disorders in the academic
environment
- School-based mental health programs and counseling
services
- The importance of peer support, bullying
prevention, and social skills training
Adolescent Risk Behaviors and
Mental Health:
- Exploring the connection between mental health
disorders and risk-taking behaviors in adolescents, including substance
abuse, self-harm, and early sexual activity
- Protective factors: Building resilience, emotional
regulation, and coping skills in adolescents
- The role of social media and digital environments
in influencing adolescent mental health
Innovations in Child and
Adolescent Psychiatry:
- Telepsychiatry: The growing role of virtual
consultations and mental health services for children and teens
- Mindfulness and meditation practices for managing
stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation in youth
- Integrating technology: Apps and online platforms
designed to support mental health in children and adolescents
Ethical and Legal Considerations
in Treating Youth:
- Navigating the complexities of consent and
confidentiality in child and adolescent psychiatry
- Understanding the legal aspects of involuntary
treatment, including when parents and guardians disagree with a child’s
treatment plan
- Child protection issues: Mandatory reporting of
abuse and neglect in the context of mental health care
Learning Objectives:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of the common mental
health disorders that affect children and adolescents, as well as their
unique presentation in younger populations.
- Explore evidence-based therapeutic approaches
tailored to the developmental needs of children and adolescents.
- Understand the role of medication in treating
mental health disorders in youth and the ethical considerations
surrounding treatment.
- Learn about the importance of early intervention
and the collaborative approach that involves family, school, and
healthcare providers in supporting the mental health of children and
adolescents.
Scientific Highlights
- Psychology and Psychiatry
- Psychology of Brain Aging and Emotional Well-Being
- Psychopathology
- Psychiatric Immunology and Physiological Psychology
- Cognitive and Behavioural Science
- Psychopharmacology and Pharmacotherapy
- AI and Machine Learning in Mental Health
- Psychological Interventions
- Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy
- Psychological Case Studies in Mental Health
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Women's Mental Health
- Health, Stress, and Coping
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Intellectual Disabilities
- Psychology Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health
- Stroke, Trauma, and Epilepsy
- Applied Psychology
- Clinical Trials and New Frontiers in Psychotherapy