Why a thorough psychiatric assessment of a child/adolescent is important.

address the following. Your answers to these prompts do not have to be tailored to the patient in the YMH Boston video.

1. Explain why a thorough psychiatric assessment of a child/adolescent is important.
2. Describe two different symptom rating scales that would be appropriate to use during the psychiatric assessment of a child/adolescent.
3. Describe two psychiatric treatment options for children and adolescents that may not be used when treating adults.
4. Explain the role parents/guardians play in assessment.