130. A child with severe behavioral challenges is prescribed antipsychotic medication. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?

  • Antipsychotics are harmless for children.
  • The potential for significant metabolic side effects (weight gain, metabolic syndrome) and the need for careful monitoring and risk-benefit analysis.
  • Behavioral interventions are always secondary to medication.
  • Long-term use of antipsychotics in children is always recommended.
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