title: Irritability in the pediatric population.
abstract: Irritability is a common symptom associated with several pediatric mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and oppositional defiant disorder. Recommended treatments may be significantly different based on the target symptoms. Diagnostic clarification is achieved over time using screening tools, individual and family history, coordination with schools, and targeted observation.
authors.affiliation: Colorado Children's Hospital, Aurora, Colo, USA.
authors.forename: Holly E
authors.initials: HE
authors.lastname: Vause
authors.forename: Meredith
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Chapman
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007508:Irritable Mood; D008297:Male; D008487:Medical History Taking; D001523:Mental Disorders / Q000235:genetics / Q000451:nursing*; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010371:Pediatric Nursing; D011568:Psychiatric Nursing; D011569:Psychiatric Status Rating Scales; D011600:Psychopharmacology; D063189:Symptom Assessment