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Review
. 2011 Feb;58(1):73-84, x.
doi: 10.1016/j.pcl.2010.11.002.

Psychopharmacologic control of aggression and violence in children and adolescents

Joseph L Calles Jr  1
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Psychopharmacologic control of aggression and violence in children and adolescents

Joseph L Calles Jr. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2011 Feb.

Abstract

Aggression in children and adolescents is commonly displayed in the community and is even more commonly seen in clinical settings. As symptoms of an underlying disorder, aggressive behaviors should be comprehensively evaluated, and developmental, medical, and substance-use disorders should be identified and treated. This article reviews the most common psychiatric conditions associated with aggression and suggests appropriate psychopharmacologic interventions. Tables with recommended agents for each psychiatric disorder, as well as dosing ranges for each agent, are included.

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