Pediatrics in Practice
Pediatrics in Practice
Managing Depression, Anxiety and ADHD in the Pediatric Population
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Managing Depression, Anxiety and ADHD in the Pediatric Population

Prevalence of depression, anxiety and ADHD continues to rise in the pediatric and adolescent population. Effective therapies are available for each of these conditions, although medication management can sometimes be problematic in the primary care setting. In this podcast, Ram Chettiar, DO, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Children’s Mercy Kansas City, reviews current data on these conditions, discusses strategies for evaluation, and shares recommendations for treatment.

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