A child is displaying a range of disruptive behaviors, and a diagnosis of Conduct Disorder (CD) is being considered. What aspect of co-morbid conditions will have the worst outcomes?
A 16-year-old female with anorexia nervosa and a Body Mass Index of 15 kg/m² is being managed as an outpatient. Her parents are concerned about bone health. Besides low body weight and low insulin-like growth factor-1, what other factor contributes to low bone mineral density in these patients?
A 16-year-old female who died by suicide had a pre-existing psychiatric illness. Which psychiatric disorder is most often associated with completed suicide in youth?
A 17-year-old female is diagnosed with Bipolar II disorder. She has a history of major depressive episodes and one hypomanic episode. Which statement accurately describes the epidemiology of Bipolar II disorder?
A 17-year-old male with a severe, debilitating needle phobia is scheduled for a necessary blood draw. His mother asks about non-pharmacologic strategies. What physical maneuver may be effective in managing needle phobia?
A 14-year-old with a history of autism spectrum disorder is hospitalized with decreased motor activity, mutism, and waxy flexibility. Catatonia is suspected. What is the primary first-line pharmacologic treatment for catatonia?
A 15-year-old girl presents with an abrupt onset of psychosis over 2 months, accompanied by new-onset seizures and a decreased level of consciousness. An autoimmune psychosis is suspected. According to the international consensus criteria, which of the following is a criterion for a possible autoimmune psychosis diagnosis?
A 13-year-old is being treated for depression with escitalopram. The patient presents with new onset confusion, agitation and tremors. Which of the following represents the most appropriate next step?
A 13-year-old with new-onset psychosis is undergoing a psychosocial assessment. Which of the following historical factors represents vulnerability in the social domain?
A 2-year-old presents for a well-child visit. The parents have concerns about his social interaction and repetitive behaviors. The pediatrician decides to use a standardized parent-report screening tool. Which of the following is the most age-appropriate instrument to screen for an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in this child?
