Disclaimer: The content of this podcast may be emotionally challenging. Youth mental health is discussed, including self-harm, which may make some audience members feel uncomfortable. Listener discretion is advised.

In this episode of Perspectives 360, we are going to explore the challenges in providing acute care to pediatric patients with mental health issues.

During this episode you will: 

• Hear how major health inequities exist for pediatric patients with mental health issues trying to access appropriate care 
• Understand that pediatric visits to the ED for mental health issues are often repeat visits for the same complaint
• Listen to the concerning statistic that adolescents who come to the ED with substance use issues or self-harming behaviors have higher rates of death in the subsequent decade 

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The information provided through this activity is for educational purposes only. It is not intended and should not be construed as legal or medical advice. Opinions of the panelists are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Coverys or Med-IQ. 

Music and lyrics: Nancy Burger and Scott Weber