Effective Medications for Treating Internalizing Disorders

Internalizing disorders, which encompass anxiety and depressive disorders, are a challenge to both diagnose and treat in the school-age population. The purpose of this chapter is to highlight the efficacy and effectiveness of psychotropic medications used in the treatment of school-aged children exhibiting internalizing behavior disorders including anxiety and depression. Both the intended and side effects of medication treatments (SSRIs, SNRIs) commonly used to treat these internalizing disorders are reviewed. A set of references and web-based materials are provided to readers for additional information.