A 27-year-old man with a history of mood disorder experienced remission of depression 3 weeks ago while taking sertraline and engaging in psychotherapy. At follow-up, his wife reports that for the past week he has been irritable, sleeping very little, spending extravagantly, and engaging in reckless behaviors such as unsafe driving. What is the most likely cause of his current symptoms?

A 12-year-old boy presents with a history of severe mood swings, including episodes of extreme irritability and violent outbursts described by his parents as “affective storms.” Teachers report rapid shifts from laughing to yelling, pressured speech, and grandiose statements such as “I’m the smartest kid in the world.” He has a decreased need for sleep and has engaged in risky behaviors, including attempting to jump off the roof “just to prove he could fly.” Which of the following is the most appropriate diagnosis based on DSM-5 criteria?

When evaluating mental health conditions across the lifespan, which of the following best describes what children/adolescents, adults, and elderly patients have in common, and what sets them apart?

Which of the following is not one of the four key elements of MI?

Adoptive parents bring in an 8-year-old child with a history of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including exposure to domestic violence and parental substance use. The child struggles with anxiety and emotional regulation. To best mitigate the long-term impact of ACEs on the child’s health and development, what should the PMHNP do?

Adoptive parents of a 5 year old male who has a history of five past foster home placements bring the child to an initial psychiatric interview with chief concern of oppositional behaviors. To determine attachment issues, the clinician should ask

A 3-year-old child with a history of early maternal deprivation and minimal stable caregiving relationships presents with delayed motor development, limited social interactions, and difficulty forming attachments. Which of the following best describes the underlying pathophysiological process associated with Reactive Attachment Disorder?

Which of the following symptoms are consistent with significant trauma history and cause for significant concern in a 4 year old child?

A 78-year-old woman presents for an initial psychiatric interview 7 months after the death of her husband. She is accompanied by her daughter. The patient has lost 8 pounds over the past year, reports daily crying episodes, low energy, insomnia, poor concentration, and no longer socializes with friends. Vitals and BMI are normal. She has a history of Type 2 diabetes (HgbA1C = 4.8). Which comorbidity is of primary importance to consider when making treatment recommendations?

Trauma-focused interventions for children and adolescents include: