Describe two assessment instruments and explain why they are used for children and adolescents but not adults.
Assessment in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Infant, childhood, and adolescent development are a continual interplay between nature (genetic or biologic predisposition) and nurture (environmental experiences). The nature/nurture continuum and debate will always be a part of your career as a PMHNP. Knowing common developmental milestone is important in the role as a child provider. Not only is it essential to the diagnostic process, but it […]