Identifying, treating, and referring traumatized children: the role of pediatric providers
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2008
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Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine
Abstract
Optimal pediatric screening and office-based interventions for traumatized children are described. Evidence-based practices for traumatized children are summarized and their common treatment elements extracted. Suggestions for engaging families in mental health care referrals are included. Pediatric providers can identify and provide office-based interventions for traumatized children as well as play a critical role in referring children for optimal mental health treatments.
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healthcare professionals, treatment, child abuse victims, pediatricians
Citation
Cohen, J. A., Kelleher, K. J., & Mannarino, A. P. (2008). Identifying, treating, and referring traumatized children: the role of pediatric providers. Archives of pediatrics & adolescent medicine, 162(5), 447-452.