作者: Gail A. Edelsohn , Irina Karpov , Meghna Parthasarathy , Shari L. Hutchison , Kim Castelnovo
DOI: 10.1016/J.JAAC.2016.10.005
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摘要: Objective To examine trends in the use of antipsychotic medication Medicaid-eligible youth from 2008 to 2013 and factors associated with this use. Method Youth aged 0 17 years at least one claim indicating were identified network a behavioral health managed care organization (BHMCO). Demographic clinical variables derived state eligibility data service claims BHMCO. Overall specific prevalence rates drug calculated over course 6 (2008 − 2013). The probability during was further explored logistic regression that included demographic diagnostic groups. Results overall trend for antipsychotics decreased 49.52 per 1,000 members 30.54 ( p Conclusion Prevalence significantly time all socio-demographic largest decrease observed youngest children, ages 5 years, rate under half 2008. Clinical, policy, implications are discussed.