Use of antipsychotics in children and adolescents in Spain, 2015–2023: A real-world, population-based study

I Hurtado; Celia Robles-Cabaniñas; A García-Sempere; R Tabarés-Seisdedos; I. Baeza; F Llopis; Verónica Gamón; C Rodríguez- Bernal; S Peiró; G Sanfélix-Gimeno

doi:10.1016/j.sjpmh.2026.01.002

February 1, 2026Spanish Journal of Psychiatry and Mental Health

Use of antipsychotics in children and adolescents in Spain, 2015–2023: A real-world, population-based study

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Antipsychotic medication use among children and adolescents has significantly increased in Spain between 2015 and 2023, indicating a crucial trend.
The study found that the demographics of children prescribed antipsychotics have shifted, with notable changes in age and gender over the years.
Population-based data collection was used to assess medication patterns across various regions in Spain, providing a comprehensive overview of prescriptions.
This study's findings highlight the need for updated clinical guidelines and monitoring practices to ensure appropriate medication use among young patients.

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Population-based analysis highlights antipsychotic use trends in children and adolescents in Spain, suggesting needed awareness and management changes.

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