Coronavirus and Mental Health

https://www.thecarlatreport.com/blog/coronavirus-and-mental-health/

This is a special episode covering coronavirus for mental health care professionals with a focus on children and adolescents. Dr. Feder discusses basic information on symptoms, minimizing transmission, tips for telepsychiatry, talking about the virus with patients prone to anxiety, and addressing cultural bias.

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Joshua Feder, M.D. Dr. Feder's Blog

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