Diagnosis Critical To Treating Children With Mental Health Disorders
Portland, OR February 29, 2008 5:13 p.m.
On Our MindsOPB's series on mental health care in Oregon Our new series, "On Our Minds," examines who's getting and giving mental health care. |
13 percent of Oregon’s children are estimated to have some sort of mental health disorder.
Some will be treated in a specialized setting — and many will not.
In this installment of “On Our Minds,” series producer Allison Frost spoke with Professor Eric Trupin, who teaches at the University of Washington medical school. He says parents may be upset when their child gets a diagnosis, but it’s often a critical component of treatment.
Extended interview with Eric Trupin
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