psychiatry SERVICES

The evaluation typically includes the following:    

• Description of present problems and symptoms  
• Information about health, illness and treatment (both physical and psychiatric)  
• Parent and family health and psychiatric histories 
• Information about the child's development  
• Information about school, friends and family relationships  
• Interview of the child or adolescent 
• Interview of parents/guardians 
• If needed, laboratory studies such as blood tests, x-rays, or special assessments (for example, psychological, educational, speech and language evaluation)   

The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) then develops a formulation. The formulation describes the child's problems and explains them in terms that the parents and child can understand. The formulation combines biological, psychological and social parts of the problem with developmental needs, history and strengths of the child, adolescent and family.  

With the parents' permission, other significant people (such as the family physician, school personnel or other relatives) may be contacted for additional information.

The evaluation typically includes the following:    

• Your description of present problems and symptoms 
• Information about your health, illness and treatment (both physical and psychiatric), including current medications  
• Family health and psychiatric histories 
• Information about your relationships  
• Your education and employment history  
• Clinical Interview  
• If needed, laboratory studies such as blood tests, x-rays, or assessments or referrals  
• If indicated, and with your permission and a release of information signed, information from your significant other, family, and/or past providers   

The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) then develops a formulation. The formulation includes your views on the problems and your goals. The formulation combines biological, psychological and social parts of the problem with your strengths to develop a treatment plan.