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Joel L. Young M.D.

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Joel L. Young, M.D., is the Medical Director of the Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine outside of Detroit, and teaches Psychiatry at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Trained at the University of Michigan, Dr. Young is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and holds added qualifications in geriatric and forensic psychiatry. In addition, he is a diplomate of the American Board of Adolescent Psychiatry.

Dr. Young and his clinic have been primary investigators in a number of clinical trials involving antidepressant, AD/HD, and bipolar medications. He has authored three books and more than 70 textbooks and articles. His most recent book, When Your Adult Child Breaks Your Heart: Coping with Mental Illness, Substance Abuse, and the Problems that Tear Families Apart, was published by Lyons Press in December 2013.

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Recent Posts
The Maternal Mental Health Crisis

In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, let's take a deeper dive into some of the mental health concerns that impact mothers.

In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, let's take a deeper dive into some of the mental health concerns that impact mothers.

Understanding Telemedicine and the Ryan Haight Act

Do you rely on telehealth for outpatient psychiatric services? The Ryan Haight Act could force you back into your doctor's office.

Do you rely on telehealth for outpatient psychiatric services? The Ryan Haight Act could force you back into your doctor's office.

Burnout: What It Is and Why It Matters

Burnout is a commonly used word these days. But what does it actually mean, and what can be done about it?

Burnout is a commonly used word these days. But what does it actually mean, and what can be done about it?

Navigating the Back-to-School Transition

Navigating back-to-school can be challenging, but these challenges are heightened when a child has underlying mental health issues.

Navigating back-to-school can be challenging, but these challenges are heightened when a child has underlying mental health issues.

What Is ADHD Coaching?

ADHD is a highly prevalent disorder, and successful treatment is typically a combination of interventions. Here we take a deep dive into ADHD coaching and how it can help.

ADHD is a highly prevalent disorder, and successful treatment is typically a combination of interventions. Here we take a deep dive into ADHD coaching and how it can help.

5 Reasons Telepsychiatry Is Here to Stay

COVID may be winding down, but telehealth is not. The trend toward telehealth psychiatry is a great thing for patients, providers, and communities. Here’s why.

COVID may be winding down, but telehealth is not. The trend toward telehealth psychiatry is a great thing for patients, providers, and communities. Here’s why.