Why Family Assessments Are Key to Child Mental Health

Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine 2026

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Authors: Maya R. Koven, Gillian Shoychet, Heather Prime
DOI: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2025.5949
Cited by: 1
References: 8

Abstract

This Viewpoint describes the effectiveness of integrating comprehensive family systems assessments into child mental health care to identify and address barriers to diagnosis and treatment.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development Attachment and Relationship Dynamics Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum

Publication details

Journal / source
Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Volume
180
Issue
4
Pages
355–355
Publication date
2 February 2026
Language
EN