Joshua Feder

Joshua Feder, an expert in child psychiatry and co-author of notable texts on child medication, discusses the unique challenges faced by young adults with developmental disabilities at 18. The conversation focuses on empowering decision-making while balancing autonomy and necessary support. Key topics include assessing decision-making capacity, the role of guardianship, and the importance of clear communication. Feder highlights the significance of involving trusted advisors and listening to the voices of individuals with disabilities to foster informed choices.

Exploring challenges of using antipsychotics in children, emphasizing safe tapering. Considerations for dosage, non-pharmacologic interventions. Importance of patient/family input during tapering. Addressing medication changes, side effects, reduced usage in late teens. Necessity of close medical supervision to limit antipsychotic use.