130. A child with severe behavioral challenges is prescribed antipsychotic medication. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?
A.
Antipsychotics are harmless for children.
B.
The potential for significant metabolic side effects (weight gain, metabolic syndrome) and the need for careful monitoring and risk-benefit analysis.
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C.
Behavioral interventions are always secondary to medication.
D.
Long-term use of antipsychotics in children is always recommended.
📖 Additional Information
Antipsychotics are harmless for children.
The potential for significant metabolic side effects (weight gain, metabolic syndrome) and the need for careful monitoring and risk-benefit analysis.
Behavioral interventions are always secondary to medication.
Long-term use of antipsychotics in children is always recommended.
