Free CME Web Based Training: Perinatal Depression for the Primary Care Provid...
Purpose: To educate clinicians regarding appropriate treatment of perinatal depression. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to: • Describe the clinical presentation of perinatal depression • Identify methods of improving patient centered communication skills when discussing perinatal depression • Explain the risks and benefits of evidence based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic […]
Talking to Children and Families about COVID-19
The current spread of COVID-19 has impacted all of us in multiple ways, including mental health and wellness. As providers caring for some of Illinois’ most vulnerable, you may observe fear, worry, or other signs of distress in children and families. Be sure to assess what they know and how they are coping regardless of […]
Addressing Binge Eating in Children and Adolescents
Childhood obesity is on the rise, including binge eating issues with children and adolescents. Binge eating disorder is the most common form of eating disorder among adolescents. An important aspect of binge eating is the youth’s experience with loss of control eating, which is likely a maladaptive coping mechanism for self-regulation. Loss of control eating […]
How to talk with families about healthy media use
We see it firsthand in the waiting room and treatment room. Mobile devices are often the tool parents have on hand to occupy or soothe their restless child waiting for an appointment. They’re also a common distraction and welcome reprieve for overwhelmed parents. Children engage in digital media more than nearly any other activity and […]
Holidays and Food Insecurity
December brings so many family traditions and celebrations, many of which center around food and meals. These celebrations and traditions can be burdensome financially, especially for families with limited income. One in six children in the United States live in a household with food insecurity. According to Feeding America, approximately 16% of children in Illinois […]
Vaping: What you need to know
A national outbreak of severe respiratory illness and deaths has brought the dangers of e-cigarettes and vaping to the forefront in the news and on social media. E-cigarettes come in many shapes and sizes and may be designed to resemble everyday items, such as pens or USB flash drives. Most e-cigarettes have a battery, […]
Talking to Children about School Shooting
In the wake of the recent tragedy in a Santa Clarita high school, pediatric healthcare providers are likely to encounter youth and parents who are experiencing a variety of reactions to the events that they are witnessing in the news. Children and youth may experience sadness, anxiety, grief, helplessness or anger. The way in which […]
Helping Children and Families Manage Wait Times
Over the past several months, Illinois DocAssist has provided information about how to screen for different mental health issues as a primary care provider. But what happens after the issues are identified? Unfortunately, wait times for mental health services can be long, especially for psychiatric and neurodevelopmental specialties. Here are some recommendations to help reduce […]
Join us for the Symposium on Child Abuse and Neglect in Carterville, IL
Illinois Doc Assist is proud to announce the 18th Annual Children’s Medical and Mental Health Resource Network Symposium on Child Abuse and Neglect. Please join us for this full day event. Wednesday, November 6, 2019 8:00am-4:30pm John A. Logan College 700 Logan College Road Carterville, IL Continuing Education Credits are Available! Register on-line Topics to […]
World Suicide Prevention Month
September is designated as World Suicide Prevention Month. The Centers for Disease Control has noted that suicide rates across the country are on the rise, and suicide is the second leading cause of death in youth and young adults (ages 10 to 34).(1) According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the majority of […]
