The Primary Care Approach to Addressing Mental Health in Children and Youth

1.0 hour CME/CE is available. At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

Explain common misconceptions and stereotypes regarding mental health and behavior in children and youth.
Describe the biologic effects of toxic stress and trauma and how these are mitigated by interpersonal interactions.
Discuss how the cultural differences between primary care and psychiatry result in unique professional approaches to managing mental health and behavior in children and youth.
Identify ways to improve mental health care in your primary care setting.
Explain SAMHSA’s framework for integrating physical and behavioral health services in primary care, including consultation options, models of care, and referral to specialty pediatric mental health services.

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