PBS video The Watch List – The Medication of Foster ChildrenWatch the PBS video The Watch List- The Medication of Foster
Children (http://video.pbs.org/video/1726265493/). Discuss the alleged
over-prescription of psychotropic medication to foster children outlined in the
video. Support your conclusions with at least three sources in addition to the
video. Address at least two of the following questions in your paper with
critical thinking and research:Are psychiatric medications safe for children? Why or why
not?Are children being overprescribed medications? What beliefs
lead you to take the position you have chosen?Who or what is responsible for the epidemic of
overprescribed medication suggested in the video?What are some alternative methods of effective treatment for
children with mental health issues?
Provide at least three resources in addition to the video to
support your position.