2. Hot Topics in Pediatric Psychopharmacology
a) Required both years
b) Faculty: Muhammad Sajid, M.D.
c) Review and discussion of current issues and topics from scientific journals and meetings.
d) This conference is open to all staff and trainees
e) 1 hour every other month for 2 years.
f) Goal and objectives: To cover cutting edge findings in psychopharmacology and to develop skills in critical reading of research literature.
Knowledge:
- Review new pediatric psychopharmacology studies.
- Research methods, including hypothesis development, design, statistics and ethics.
Skills: N/A
Attitudes:
- Commitment to increasing his/her knowledge in psychopharmacology, as evidenced by regular attendance, consistent preparation, and active participation in the discussions.
- Awareness of the limitations of existing evidence-base supporting the medication treatment of childhood psychiatric disorders
