J Korean Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry.  2014 Mar;25(1):6-13.

A Practice Patterns of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists in South Korea

• Jung KH
• Ahn DH
• Kim JY
• Kim HJ
• Bang YW

Abstract

OBJECTIVES
The aim of this study is to assess the career paths and practice patterns of child and adolescent psychiatrists in South Korea.
METHODS
A survey on demographic data, work environment, opinion on fellowship training program, and current practice patterns was conducted in 76/223 (34.0%) of all child and adolescent psychiatrists (N=223) were from 1980 to 2008. The survey data from the responders were analyzed.
RESULTS
More than half of those surveyed were women. The mean age of survey participants was 40.8 years; most were married, and lived in the Seoul National Capital Area. In general, the responders were very satisfied with their work. They worked in private practice, public sector, group practice, and as consultants. Up to 87% of the patients treated were children and adolescents. The most common treatment modalities were medication and parent psychoeducation. Social skills training and play therapy were applied mainly for children aged 4 to 12 years old. Cognitive behavioral therapy and counseling were preferred in adolescents.
CONCLUSION
The current study used a database approach in order to define current practice patterns. These data may be helpful in consideration of future training programs, workforce issues in child and adolescent psychiatry in South Korea, and also in collaboration with other mental health providers.

Keyword

Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist; Fellowship Training; Practice Patterns

MeSH Terms

Adolescent Psychiatry
Adolescent*
Child*
Cognitive Therapy
Consultants
Cooperative Behavior
Counseling
Education
Fellowships and Scholarships
Female
Group Practice
Humans
Korea
Mental Health
Parents
Play Therapy
Private Practice
Psychiatry*
Public Sector
Seoul