American Bar Association Report 2023

American Bar Association Report 2023 – This report will proceed in four parts. The first part of the report will discuss the scope of the issue, include a brief discussion of existing research, challenges with current nomenclature, and assessment of the number of youth currently impacted, and provide a rough analysis of the financial […]

Understanding Evidence-Based Practices

Understanding Evidence-Based Practices – Just as treatments for other chronic illnesses change based on new advances in research and science, so, too, do treatments for substance abuse and mental disorders, whether occurring separately or co-occurring in a single individual. The challenge to mental and substance abuse professionals – and to the field as a […]

Treatment Planning and Medication Monitoring Were Lacking for Children in Foster Care Receiving Psychotropic Medication

Treatment Planning and Medication Monitoring Were Lacking for Children in Foster Care Receiving Psychotropic Medication – In five States, one in three children in foster care who were treated with psychotropic medications did not receive treatment planning or medication monitoring as required by States.  Additionally, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) has suggested […]

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