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Psychotropic Medication. And Our Foster Youth. Florida Guardian ad Litem Program In-Service Training (2015). What ARE Psychotropic Medications?????. 20-39% of Children in foster care are taking psychotropic medications. 4 to 8 times More likely than non-foster care peers. Positive.
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Psychotropic Medication And Our Foster Youth Florida Guardian ad Litem Program In-Service Training (2015)
20-39% of Children in foster care are taking psychotropic medications 4 to 8 times More likely than non-foster care peers
What would happen if you DID NOTtake the time toQUESTION, CHALLENGE, orINVESTIGATE?
Psychotropic Medications STATUTORYReferences F.S. 39.407(3)(a-g) F.S. 39.01305(3)(b) Rules of Juvenile Procedure 8.355
Florida Statute 39.407(3)a-g Express ANDInformed Consent
GAL Standard #7 F.S. 39.01305(3)(b)
There are only 2 circumstances when psychotropic medications may be administered in advance of a court order or parental authorization
Shelter Hearing • DCF advised by a licensed physician • Pertinent information provided to court • Authorization by court • Motion required thereafter
The Motion • Contents • Objections within 2 working days • Circuit protocol
The Hearing • Notice • Burden of proof • Findings • Best interests • Admissibility of medical report
Preparing a Challenge / Advocacy Strategies • Check the motion • Check the facts • Medications • Diagnosis
PSYCHOTROPIC MEDICATION DISCUSSION • Local circuit protocols • Volunteer questions regarding the legal process
Florida Children and Families Operating Procedure 175-40, Chapter 3
UF MedConsult Line 1-866-453-2266 https://psychiatry.ufl.edu/dcf …The Relief • Authorization • 2nd Opinion • Consultation • Discontinuation
I have a choice. What is right for ME? I can get help. I can feel my best.
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