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How to recognize and approach psychiatric and psychosocial impairments in the pediatric dermatology patient with a primary dermatologic disease.

Gabriela AndradeLeslie A Castelo-Soccio
Published in: Pediatric dermatology (2019)
Significant psychiatric and psychosocial comorbidity in the pediatric dermatology patient was observed. This paper gives a realistic approach on how to approach these issues in the typical pediatric dermatology clinic. It will outline how to implement a validated screening process, how to discuss these issues with patients, and when and how to make an appropriate mental health referral.
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