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. 2015 Jun;54(6):502-17.
doi: 10.1016/j.jaac.2015.03.005.

Practice parameter for the assessment and management of youth involved with the child welfare system

Terry Lee, George Fouras, Rachel Brown; American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Committee on Quality Issues (CQI)

Practice parameter for the assessment and management of youth involved with the child welfare system

Terry Lee et al. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2015 Jun.

Abstract

This Practice Parameter presents principles for the mental health assessment and management of youth involved with the child welfare system. Important definitions, background, history, epidemiology, mental health care use, and functional outcomes are described. Practical guidance regarding child welfare-related considerations for evaluation and management are discussed.

Keywords: child and adolescent psychiatry; child welfare; foster care; practice guidelines; practice parameters.

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