Tag Archives: Consent

What is the Goal of TeenScreen?

Most people take that preventive step towards good health by going to the dentist, doctor or other medical professional for a routine checkup. Since teens today have to deal with peer pressure, bullying, changing hormones and the like, in principle, … Continue reading

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Consent for foster kids’ psychiatric drugs on rise

Florida Times Union Consent for foster kids’ psychiatric drugs on rise More parents, courts approve medication; some fear they aren’t informed decisions. By Brandon Larrabee Jul. 6, 2009   TALLAHASSEE – As a task force examining the use of psychiatric … Continue reading

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Foster children need compassion better than medication

Foster children need compassion better than medication   Children in state care have lost everything: their families, their security and their identity, so it’s natural for them to be sad, depressed and angry against their circumstances.   Instead of listening … Continue reading

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Department of Children and Families (DCF) in Florida looks to fix drug problem

DCF looks to fix drug problem The head of Florida’s child welfare agency vowed to carry out and put dollars behind recommendations in a recent report that shows officials have often ignored years-old guidelines on medicating children in state care. … Continue reading

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Consent for foster kids psychiatric drugs on rise

Florida Times Union More parents, courts approve medication; some fear they aren’t informed decisions. By Brandon Larrabee Story updated at 12:24 PM on Monday, Jul. 6, 2009 TALLAHASSEE – As a task force examining the use of psychiatric drugs by … Continue reading

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