The HCPLive conference coverage page features articles, videos, and expert-led live coverage from major medical meetings throughout the year.
New Parameters for Assessing and Treating PTSD
The updated guidelines for treating posttraumatic stress disorder in youths focus heavily on early identification and the use of trauma-focused psychotherapy.
The Cold, Hard Facts of Cyber Cruelty
With technology now the primary mode of communication for teenagers, parents and health care providers can't tune out the facts about cyberbullying.
Friday Poster Presentations at AACAP 2010
Five standout posters were presented on Friday that focused on the evaluation and treatment of child and adolescent psychiatry.
Seeing is Believing: Moving Past the Challenges of Telepsychiatry
Telepsychiatry can open doors for patients in underserved areas -- but for practitioners looking to create and maintain programs, road blocks still exist.
Putting Childhood Parasomnias to Rest
From the cause of most nightmares to the most effective behavioral treatment for bed-wetting, an expert discusses the latest data in pediatric sleep disorders.
Extending Mental Health Services to Rural Areas
A pair of case studies demonstrates how child behavioral health services were able to expand their reach in rural areas by implementing telemedicine programs.
How to Address Cyberbullying with Children and Parents
Cyberbullying is become a household name, yet many clinicians and parents find it difficult to discuss the topic with children.
Perspectives from a Child Psychiatry Pioneer
A former AACAP president discusses the changes that have shaped child psychiatry, and how leaders can continue to steer the field in the right direction.
Tackling the Bullying Issue in Kids
Research shows that physical bullying among children can lead to adverse outcomes both for victims and perpetrators, and needs to be handled carefully.
MGMA-ACMPE Awards Honor Exceptional Practice Management Professionals
The MGMA presented its annual national awards to medical practice professionals who made outstanding contributions to the profession.
Can Home Visits from Nurses Prevent Family Violence?
Researchers believe that home interventions tailored specifically for individuals can help lower the risk of family violence, and lead to better outcomes.
Giving Pediatricians the Right Support
Placing therapists in the pediatric primary care practice can help identify and treat behavioral health issues before they become severe -- but is it feasible?
Pediatric Psychopharmacology Research at a Crossroads
While research in other fields is thriving, the study of pediatric psychopharmacology has hit a road block -- and the timing couldn't be worse.
Substance Abuse and Depression -- Which Comes First?
Although knowledge gaps still exist, researchers are moving closer to a better understanding of the link between substance abuse and internalizing disorders.
Can Treating Internalizing Disorders Prevent Substance Abuse?
Findings from two studies show that successfully treating internalized disorders may prevent substance abuse disorder later in life.
The Crisis Facing US Children
While pediatric medicine continues to evolve by embracing innovation and technology, education is stuck in the Stone Age, says one expert.
2010 MGMA Annual Conference Web Roundup
The overall consensus from MGMA 2010 attendees is that the conference was largely a success.
Improving Pediatric Mental Health Screening Isn't a Solo Act
Providing better care for children with behavioral health issues means breaking down the silos and implementing a connected care model, say experts.
EHRs, ICD-10 Solutions, iPad Apps, and More at MGMA 2010
This year's MGMA annual conference has already seen several major announcements from leading health technology companies.
Examining the Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Model
A five-year study looks at the applicability of a behavioral therapy model on children whose mothers experienced domestic violence in the community setting.
Health Care Reform on the Agenda at the MGMA Conference
Panel discussion on the successes and drawbacks of health care reform yields insight and commentary from a diverse group of industry experts.
ACG Slideshow
Pictures from the 2010 American College of Gastroenterology annual conference, which was held in San Antonio, TX.
Long-term Effects of Post-transplant Respiratory Viral Infections
Data suggest respiratory infections in transplant patients are associated with increased long-term mortality and morbidity.
Groups with EHRs Report Better Finances than Those Without
Research results announced today show that medical practices that have implemented an EHR system report better financial performance than those that have not.
What HIV Quality Care Measures Mean for Your Practice
New measures assess patient retention, infection screening and prophylaxis, immunization, and initiation and monitoring of antiretroviral therapy.
New Respiratory Virus Tests are Accurate, Sensitive, and Expensive
Molecular respiratory viral diagnostics are rapidly becoming the new gold standard in respiratory viral detection.
Medical Groups Ready Drastic Response to Pending Medicare Payment Cuts
Half of physician practices may stop seeing new Medicare patients and more than one quarter may stop seeing Medicare patients altogether.
Prevention and Treatment of Respiratory Infection in Compromised Hosts
What are the most effective prevention and treatment strategies for respiratory tract infections in transplant and other immunocompromised patients?
Live Coverage of MGMA 2010 Annual Conference
Check out our live coverage of this year's MGMA conference.
Controversies in New Treatment Measures for Metabolic Syndrome
Should measures of lipoprotein levels and LDL particle size be taken into account when treating cardiometabolic issues?