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The September issue of the CDA Journal covers managing medical and behavioral challenges in children.

The Nondental Management of Pediatric Dental Patients
An introduction to the issue.
John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD

The Pathophysiology, Medical Management, and Dental Implications of Children and Young Adults Having Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Dentists caring for individuals with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder must be familiar with the manifestations of the disease and its associated features so that they can garner the maximum level of cooperation from the patient.
Arthur H. Friedlander, DDS; John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD; Victoria I. Paterno, MD; and Michael E. Mahler, MD

The Pathophysiology, Medical Management, and Dental Implications of Autism
Dentists must be familiar with the medications used to autism because many of these pharmaceuticals cause untoward orofacial and systemic reactions and may precipitate adverse interactions with dental therapeutic agents.
Arthur H. Friedlander, DDS; John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD; Victoria I. Paterno, MD; and Michael E. Mahler, MD

The Pathophysiology, Medical Management, and Dental Implications of Fragile X, Rett, and Prader-Willi Syndromes
Fragile X, Rett, and Prader-Willi Syndromes are a group of inherited disorders that often present with varying degrees of mental retardation and challenging behaviors of which dentists must be aware.
Arthur H. Friedlander, DDS; John A. Yagiela, DDS, PhD; Victoria I. Paterno, MD; and Michael E. Mahler, MD

Approaching the Pediatric Dental Patient: A Review of Nonpharmacologic Behavior Management Strategies
Classic behavioral management strategies must be matched to the characteristics of each child and family situation for a dentist to successfully treat pediatric patients
Clarice S. Law, DMD, MS, and Stephen Blain, DDS, MS