Antidepressant Prescribing by Pediatricians: A Mixed-Methods Analysis

摘要

BackgroundAmong pediatricians, perceived knowledge of efficacy, tolerability, dosing and side effects of antidepressants represent significant sources of variability in the use of these medications in youth with depressive and anxiety disorders. Importantly, the qualitative factors that relate to varying levels of comfort with antidepressants and willingness to prescribe are poorly understood.