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Mental Health is a Part of Checkups

Earls, M. F., & Flower, K. B.
March
2024

Because of their longitudinal relationships with children and families, pediatricians have the opportunity to ask and learn about the mental and emotional health of a child from infancy through childhood and adolescence. The pediatrician can partner with the child and family for promotion, prevention, early identification, and intervention when indicated.

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Earls, M. F., & Flower, K. B. (2024). Mental health is a part of checkups. Contemporary Pediatrics, 40(2). Retrieved from: https://www.contemporarypediatrics.com/view/mental-health-is-a-part-of-checkups