Inpatient and Subspecialty Clinic Consultation:
The Department of Psychiatry at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan provides consultative pediatric psychology services as part of the medical team. The psychiatrist/psychologist assesses the child and family’s adjustment to illness, adherence
to the required medical regimen, and how the illness is affecting the school and family functioning.
Research:
The Department of Psychiatry also provides evaluation and treatment services in the areas of anxiety and mood disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and adherence to medical regimens. Referrals are accepted both from physicians within
Children’s Hospital and from outside sources for these programs. Eligible families may receive free evaluations and treatment following the research protocols.
Parents and professionals can refer children or adolescents to the research program by calling the Intake number: (313) 745-4878 or UPG Triage (888) 362-7792.
Outpatient Evaluation and Treatment:
Intake - An introductory telephone interview is facilitated by an intake coordinator. Information will be obtained regarding the child’s symptoms. The parent or guardian will also be asked about medical and insurance information.
Following intake, the patient may be scheduled for evaluation or an appropriate referral will be made.
Evaluation - Initial clinical evaluations are conducted by licensed pediatric/clinical psychologists. Children and adolescents are thoroughly evaluated to ensure precise and appropriate treatment. Evaluation includes interviews with
both the child and adolescent and family in order to produce a well- informed medical, developmental, and psychiatric history. When indicated, a board-certified child psychiatrist provides psychiatric assessment, medication management, and referral
with maintained availability for consultation as needed. Specialty evaluations in the areas of ADHD, neuropsychological disorders, and pervasive developmental disorders are also offered.
This practice allows for more accurate diagnosis of the presenting problems, which in turn promotes a more comprehensive treatment plan.
Treatment - As an academic outpatient facility the Children’s Hospital of Michigan provides clinical services to children & adolescents with psychiatric & behavioral disorders utilizing modalities such as individual
and family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and medication management.
Research faculty provide training and supervision for medical residents in child & adolescent psychiatry and doctoral-level pediatric psychology interns.
