Judges' guide to youth mental health jargon
Who should read this?
- Judges who hear juvenile cases
- Judges who are involved in juvenile justice/mental health initiatives in their communities
Why this guidance matters
The topic of youth mental health is big, complex, and subject to the influence of local factors. This guide is far from definitive or exhaustive, and it reflects the current state of affairs in highly dynamic scientific, assessment, treatment, and population health landscapes.
The guide features:
- Overarching concepts
- Screening, assessment, and diagnosis
- Mental health treatment and intervention
- Mental health diagnoses
- Commonly used acronyms
- Local informational interview prompts
- Medication tables
- Self-reflection and assessment
The "Judges' Guide to Youth Mental Health Jargon" is intended for informational use only.
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