Psychotropic medication in adolescence: psychodynamic and clinical considerations.
This study discusses the psychodynamic implications of psychopharmacological treatment in adolescence. A series of clinical situations are presented to illustrate how psychotropic medication may modify the adolescent's relationship with the mental and bodily self, the second separation-individuation process within the family, and the therapeutic relationship between adolescent and psychiatrist. Methodological issues are discussed for fostering a positive treatment outcome. The study suggests that pharmacotherapy should follow a psychopathological evaluation of adolescents and their families.
Masi
G
G
Institute of Child Neuropsychiatry, University of Pisa, Calambrone, Italy.
Marcheschi
M
M
Luccherino
L
L
D000293:Adolescent; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000523:psychology; D000297:Psychology, Adolescent; D011619:Psychotropic Drugs / Q000627:therapeutic use*
D011619:Psychotropic Drugs