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How to monitor for metabolic side effects in children and adolescents on a second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic

On another page, we explained the Consensus Guidelines for how to monitor for metabolic side effects in patients who are on a second-generation (atypical) antipsychotic. Questions from a Member: [Regarding the Guidelines mentioned above] 1. Is there any evidence that waist circumference measurement in children receiving an SGA is at all relevant? 2. Also, is…

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