A Retrospective Study of Long-Term Associations of Behavioral Intervention Combined with Medications in Young Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Objective: This study aimed to examine whether parent–child interaction therapy (PCIT), compared with other therapy modalities, was associated with differences in substance use and psychiatric outcomes in a cohort of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Methods: This retrospective cohort study was conducted using medical record data from the Rochester Epidemiology Project (REP). The sample included 643 children aged ≤7 years who were diagnosed with ADHD and received either stimulant or nonstimulant medication, along with psychosocial therapy. Participants were categorized into two groups: those who documented exposure to PCIT versus other therapy modalities such as behavioral management, play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, parent management training, occupational therapy, speech therapy, parenting class, applied behavior analysis, and social skills training. Conditional logistic regression models were used to examine differences in baseline characteristics and outcomes between the two treatment groups. Results: Individuals in the PCIT group were more likely to have private insurance (66% vs. 57%; p = 0.016) and to fall into higher socioeconomic status quartiles ( p = 0.024) at baseline. PCIT recipients also had a higher prevalence of emotional and behavioral disturbances at baseline (40% vs. 25%; p < 0.001). The median age of the participants at follow-up was 19.6 years, indicating a median follow-up period of approximately 13 years from the initiation of treatment. At follow-up, the PCIT group demonstrated higher rates of problematic alcohol (24% vs. 17%; HR = 1.50, 95% CI: [1.02, 2.20]; p = 0.038) and cannabis use (25% vs. 18%; HR = 1.48, 95% CI: [1.03, 2.15]; p = 0.037). However, after controlling for covariates in the adjusted model, no statistically significant differences emerged between the groups across any substance use outcome. No significant differences were observed in other psychiatric diagnoses or mental health service utilization. Conclusions: Findings indicate that individuals who documented exposure to PCIT demonstrated elevated rates of alcohol and cannabis use in young adulthood, but had no other differences in psychiatric outcomes. While this aligns with prior literature reporting increased substance use risk in ADHD populations, our study cannot confirm this association relative to non-ADHD controls because such a comparison was not included. These associations likely reflect underlying differences in clinical severity and clinical comorbidities at baseline, rather than a direct effect of PCIT. Further investigation is warranted to determine the treatment effects based on baseline risk factors.
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Inhibitors Associated With Improved Kidney Function in Lithium‐Treated Patients With Mood Disorders: A Real‐World Historical Cohort Study
ABSTRACT Introduction Sodium‐glucose cotransporter‐2 inhibitors (SGLT2i), initially developed for type 2 diabetes, have shown promise in improving renal outcomes in patients with and without diabetes. However, their effect on lithium‐associated kidney dysfunction remains unknown. Methods This historical cohort study included patients from Mayo Clinic (2001–2023) with mood disorders who received lithium for ≥ 6 months and later used SGLT2i for ≥ 1 month. Data on SGLT2i use and lithium treatment were extracted from electronic health records. Serum creatinine values were used to calculate estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) trajectories. Linear mixed‐effects models with piecewise linear splines were used to estimate eGFR slopes before and after SGLT2i initiation, adjusted for age and sex. Results Fifty‐six patients (mean age 57.4 years, 46.4% female), predominantly with bipolar disorder (87.5%), were included. The mean eGFR, measured nearest to SGLT2i initiation, was 77.9 ± 26.0 mL/min/1.73 m 2 , and the mean duration of SGLT2i use was 19.5 ± 17.8 months. Before SGLT2i initiation, eGFR declined at a rate of −1.43 mL/min/1.73 m 2 per year ( p < 0.001). After initiation, eGFR increased by 0.69 mL/min/1.73 m 2 per year, reflecting a + 2.13 change ( p = 0.025). Sensitivity analyses, including only patients on lithium at SGLT2i initiation ( n = 22) or who had > 1 year of SGLT2i use ( n = 29) showed similar, though non‐significant, changes in slopes. Conclusion SGLT2i treatment was associated with a significant improvement in eGFR trajectory in patients with mood disorders who received long‐term lithium therapy. These findings suggest a potential role for SGLT2is in mitigating lithium‐associated kidney dysfunction and highlight the need for randomized controlled trials in this population.
Prior Out-of-Home Placement and Length of Stay Among Youths Receiving Mental Health Services in the ED
Importance Youth mental health crises have been increasing over the last decade, and there is an urgent need for clinicians to be more knowledgeable about patients with high emergency department (ED) utilization. Several disparities in ED utilization and outcomes have already been identified; however, little data exist on disparities affecting youths with histories of out-of-home placement (OOHP). Objective To explore whether history of OOHP is associated with increased length of stay among child and adolescent patients who present to the emergency department with psychiatric symptoms. Design, Setting, and Participants This retrospective, electronic health record (EHR)–based, cross-sectional study included patients aged 17 years or younger with a child and adolescent psychiatric consultation placed in the Mayo Clinic Rochester ED between January 1, 2021, and June 30, 2024. The Mayo Clinic Rochester is a tertiary referral center that serves as a regional hub for both primary and specialized psychiatric care. Main Outcomes and Measures The primary outcome was the length of stay in the ED. Secondary outcomes were use of physical and pharmacological restraint. Associations between OOHP and length of stay were examined via linear mixed-effects regression models with length of stay log transformed. Results Of the 1572 care encounters (median [IQR] age, 14,9 [13.3-16.3] years) among 1119 unique patients, there were 1244 with no history of OOHP and 328 with history of OOHP. Among the OOHP group, 158 (48%) were male and 170 (52%) female; 11 (4%) American Indian or Alaska Native, 7 (2%) Asian, 49 (16%) Black, 43 (14%) Hispanic, and 222 (71%) White. Among the 1244 encounters without OOHP, 820 (66%) were among female patients and 423 (34%) male; 21 (2%) American Indian or Alaska Native, 47 (4%) Asian, 121 (10%) Black, 125 (10%) Hispanic, and 971 (80%) White. Children and adolescents with history of OOHP were observed to spend 24% (95% CI, 12%-36%) more time in the ED even when adjusting for age at admission, sex, insurance, number of prior diagnoses, presenting concerns, and reasons for prolonged boarding ( P = .004). Children and adolescents with history of OOHP had 2.05 (95% CI, 1.69-2.48) higher odds of being physically restrained ( P &lt; .001) and 2.15 (95% CI, 1.79-2.58) higher odds of receiving pharmacologic restraints ( P &lt; .001) while in the ED. Conclusions and Relevance In this cross-sectional study of 1572 care encounters among 1119 patients, history of OOHP was associated with longer lengths of stay in the emergency department for children and adolescents who presented for mental health concerns. The findings highlight the need for further research on ways to mitigate the risk of extended emergency department stays for children with OOHP.
Care coordination in screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT): A scoping review
Abstract Background and Objectives Implementation of screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) for substance use in primary care remains challenging. Care coordination (CC) may strengthen SBIRT by supporting brief interventions, improving referral follow‐through, and enhancing continuity. CC models and outcomes vary, however, and no prior scoping review has synthesized these. Methods A comprehensive search of 10 resources, including Embase, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO, was conducted on 4/15/2025. Eligible studies described outpatient SBIRT models adding CC for any age group. Articles were excluded if they lacked CC, presented no original data, or were not in English. Relevant implementation and patient‐level outcomes were extracted to describe CC models and their impact. Results Of 737 abstracts and 50 full texts reviewed, 15 met the inclusion criteria. Studies spanned primary care, specialty care, and age ranges. CC models included embedded behavioral health providers, centralized linkage managers, and remote coordinators using phone or digital platforms. CC was associated with higher screening completion, brief intervention delivery, referral initiation, and treatment engagement. Successful integration incorporated structured communication, follow‐up protocols, and accessible technology. Barriers included limited billing infrastructure, weak electronic record integration, and unclear roles. Discussion and Conclusions CC appears to enhance SBIRT implementation and treatment engagement across outpatient settings. Embedded approaches offer relational benefits, while remote and digital strategies show promise for scalability. Comparative studies are needed to assess effectiveness, cost, and contextual fit. Scientific Significance Provides the first review of CC models within SBIRT, highlighting their implementation impact and guiding future optimization.
Intravenous ketamine versus esketamine for depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Background: Depression affects approximately 5.7% of adults worldwide, and around one-third of these individuals develop treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Intravenous (IV) ketamine and esketamine (administered IV or intranasally (IN)) are novel treatment options for TRD; however, only IN esketamine currently holds FDA approval. Objectives: Compare the acute effectiveness of IV ketamine with esketamine (IV or IN) in adults with TRD. Design: Mantel–Haenszel random-effects meta-analysis of head-to-head studies. Response and remission at study end point were co-primary outcomes, expressed as odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Subgroup and sensitivity analyses explored the impact of diagnosis, study type, and publication format; heterogeneity was quantified with I 2 . Data sources and methods: MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane, APA Psycinfo, and Scopus were searched from inception through 19 March 2025. Eligible studies enrolled adults with unipolar or bipolar depression directly comparing IV ketamine with esketamine and reporting response or remission. Results: Screening 1089 records identified eight studies ( n = 978). Seven observational studies ( n = 915) comparing IV ketamine with IN esketamine were included in the meta-analysis, while one randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing IV formulations was summarized qualitatively. Pooled response from six studies gave OR = 1.26 (95% CI, 0.92–1.71; p = 0.15) and remission from seven studies gave OR = 1.31 (95% CI, 0.93–1.86; p = 0.12), both nonsignificantly favoring IV ketamine with negligible heterogeneity ( I 2 = 0%). Sensitivity analyses excluding bipolar depression or abstract-only reports yielded similar effect estimates, reinforcing the robustness of the findings. Evidence across three studies for faster onset with IV ketamine ranged from significant in one study to modest trends in two. Conclusion: Based on the currently available comparative evidence, which is almost entirely observational, IV ketamine and IN esketamine show comparable acute response and remission rates, though IV ketamine may act faster. Large head-to-head RCTs are needed to confirm these findings. Trial registration: The study protocol was prospectively registered on the Open Science Framework (OSF) at https://osf.io/5jzev .