Psychopharmacology

**Psychopharmacology** in its broadest sense, is the study of all pharmacological agents that affect mental and emotional functions. The term is usually applied more specifically to the study and synthesis of drugs used in the control of psychiatric illnesses, namely the anti-psychotic, anti-anxiety, antidepressant, and anti-manic medications. The widespread use of drugs among individuals suffering from mental illness is a relatively recent phenomenon, developing since the 1950s.

This page will allow us to discuss current medications, side effects, other alternatives, cost and other relevant topics that pertain to medications and how they effect our children.

 Psychiatric Medication for Children [|America Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry]

Guide to Psychiatric Medications for Children and Adolescents [|About our Kids]

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