First published in 1986. The primary purpose of this book is to provide information about the use of medication for several childhood disorders that require long-term treatment. It is the author's expectation that this information will allow caregivers to make better decisions about the use of medication.

Foreword Robert L. Sprague; Foreword Michael Bender; Acknowledgments; 1. Fundamental Concepts of Pharmacotherapy: An Overview 2. Seizure Disorders 3. Seizure Disorders: Early Childhood and Mental Retardation 4. Emotional Disturbance 5. Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders 6. Other Disorders; Appendices; Glossary; Author Index; Subject Index