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How can i get my 8 year old evaluated properly she is not doing well on abilify (aripiprazole) she has bad behavior issues nothing is helping her no help?

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Child psychiatrist: Work with your child psychiatrist. Seek a second opinion, if necessary. Behavioral interventions which involve both parents and teachers is usually necessary to successfully treat a young child with severe behavior problems.

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Answered 5/2/2016

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