Pediatricians urge mental health screening for children starting in infancy
Pediatricians urge mental health screening for children starting in infancy
The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidelines calling for doctors to screen children for mental, emotional, and behavioral issues as early as infancy. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has more.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article is mostly accurate, reporting on the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) guidelines for mental health screening in children. The article presents the information in a straightforward manner with minimal bias. However, the brevity of the snippet limits a comprehensive assessment.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new guidelines calling for doctors to screen children for mental, emotional, and behavioral issues as early as infancy.
- Verification Source #3: The AAP website confirms that the organization is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children, which aligns with the claim of issuing guidelines related to mental health.
- Verification Source #2: This source discusses screening for behavioral health issues in children, suggesting the AAP is involved in such recommendations.
- Assessment: Supported
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 3 confirms the AAP's mission aligns with issuing guidelines for children's health.
- Source 2 mentions screening for behavioral health issues in children, supporting the claim that the AAP is involved in such recommendations.