The Use of Psychotropic Medication in Pediatric Oncology for Acute Psychological and Psychiatric Problems: Balancing Risks and Benefits

• Main Authors: Johanna M. C. Blom (Author), Elena Barisone (Author), Marina Bertolotti (Author), Daniela Caprino (Author), Monica Cellini (Author), Carlo Alfredo Clerici (Author), Chiara Colliva (Author), Cinzia Favara-Scacco (Author), Silvia Di Giuseppe (Author), Momcilo Jankovic (Author), Alessia Pancaldi (Author), Luca Pani (Author), Geraldina Poggi (Author), Veronica Rivi (Author), Fabio Tascedda (Author), Riccardo Torta (Author), Dorella Scarponi (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2022-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Severe acute behavioral and emotional problems represent one of the most serious treatment-related adverse effects for children and adolescents who have cancer. The critical and severe nature of these symptoms often makes necessary the use of psychotropic drugs. A working group composed of experts i...