This activity will outline racial and socioeconomic status disparities and provide examples of why they may exist among different populations, identify challenges associated with the diagnosis and management of obesity, including diagnostic accuracy, access to care, and impact on health care costs and quality of life and discuss potential interventions that can reduce obesity care inequities.

This activity will review the interrelationship of pain and sleep on physical activity, stress and behavior, as well as the importance of assessing sleep quality for individuals with pain. Dr. Schubiner will also highlight techniques to reduce stress and improve sleep.

This activity will provide an overview of neurodiversity and examine the essential features of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including deficits in social communication and interaction, as well as distinct patterns of repetitive behaviors, interests and activities. It will also discuss ASD and developmental screening and explore optimal approaches to care following a diagnosis.

Treatment for ADHD, behavior dysregulation, and severe mental illness comes in the form of medication and psychotherapy treatment. Both can be important elements of a comprehensive treatment plan. Data analysis reveals that opportunities for improvement exist for medical practitioners treating children with these disorders. Screening is one of the most common methods for identifying individuals who might benefit from integrated behavioral health services. This web-based activity will provide information on diagnostic criterion for ADHD, best practices, and the appropriate treatment for children with behavioral dysregulation and for youth with a psychotic disorder or a bipolar diagnosis. The appropriate screening tools, medication management and psychosocial support will also be discussed. In addition, information about the importance of follow-up care for children and adolescents who have been prescribed medication, as well as the need for metabolic monitoring for those prescribed antipsychotic medications, will be provided.