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[Psychiatric emergencies in adolescents].
Elise Berthaut1, Daniel Marcelli
1Service universitaire de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent Centre hospitalier Henri Laborit 86021 Poitiers.
La Revue Du Praticien
|June 10, 2004
Summary
Psychiatric emergencies in adolescents require careful assessment due to unique developmental and family factors. Interventions like medication and hospitalization demand cautious consideration.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Adolescent Psychology
- Emergency Medicine
Context:
- Adolescent psychiatric emergencies present unique challenges beyond those in adults.
- These challenges stem from adolescent psychological development and critical familial interactions.
- Situations perceived as emergencies necessitate thorough and timely evaluation.
Purpose:
- To outline the specific difficulties encountered in adolescent psychiatric emergencies.
- To discuss the general aspects and frequent clinical situations of these emergencies.
- To emphasize the careful consideration required for interventions such as medication and hospitalization.
Summary:
- Psychiatric emergencies in adolescents are complex, influenced by developmental stage and family dynamics.
- Both actual and perceived emergencies require a deliberate and serious assessment process.
- Pharmacological treatments and inpatient care are potential interventions, but must be applied judiciously.
Impact:
- Provides a framework for understanding and managing psychiatric crises in adolescents.
- Highlights the importance of a nuanced approach, balancing intervention with careful consideration.
- Aims to improve the clinical response to urgent mental health needs in this vulnerable population.