Cognitive and behavioral health for family physicians

Comprehensive resources and clinical guidance

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Cognitive and behavioral health encompasses a wide range of conditions that often are linked and can have a cascading effect without early intervention.

People across all age groups are living with some form of mental illness or cognitive impairment, many undiagnosed or not receiving sufficient treatment.

Mental illness and impairment also put patients at risk for behavioral health issues that can endanger their lives.

Standards of care, clinical guidelines and recommendations for the treatment of cognitive and behavioral health conditions and substance use disorders are under frequent review as new research emerges. This section brings together the most recent updates along with policies and recommendations.

Clinical guidelines and practice resources

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Adult ADHD

Evidence-based tools to help family physicians diagnose, treat and support adults with ADHD in primary care settings
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Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD)

Tools to educate individuals about protecting cognitive function and guide patients and families through prevention, early screening, diagnosis and treatment.

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