Child & Perinatal Psychiatry Access Networks-Northeast Texas

03/11/2026

March is Self-Harm Awareness Month. Reducing access to lethal means is a critical part of safety planning—especially for children and adolescents whose conditions can affect impulse control.

A recent American Academy of Pediatrics article highlights a high-risk profile among boys ages 10–13, where there is often little time to intervene between ideation and self-harm. Learn more about the findings related to ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, and conduct disorders: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/doi/10.1542/peds.2022-059817/191230/Characteristics-Associated-With-Serious-Self-Harm

Call or click to learn how our no-cost services can help pediatric health clinicians address mental and behavioral health concerns in their patients:
888-901-CPAN (2726)
www.TXCPAN.org

03/09/2026

Free CME alert! SIGN UP for PeriPAN webinars to advance your maternal mental health knowledge: https://tcmhcc.utsystem.edu/events/

Upcoming dates, with sessions at 12–1 p.m. CT:
• 3/17 - Postpartum Psychosis: Differentiating Delusions from Intrusive Thoughts

• 4/21 - Mental Health Challenges Related to Infertility

• 5/19 - Maternal Mental Health Conditions and Screening Practices

Join fellow clinicians statewide for these ongoing trainings on key clinical topics on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.

ACOG District XI American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - ACOG

03/09/2026

Last month our team represented UT Tyler School of Medicine at the CPAN PeriPAN Summit in Austin. We had the opportunity to connect with all 12 health-related institutions across the state and develop skills to better serve the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and perinatal women in Northeast Texas. ✨ 🤝 We had a great time seeing colleagues and making new connections!

Texas Child Psychiatry Access Network - CPAN
UT Tyler

03/06/2026

Free CME alert! SIGN UP for these free, virtual trainings: https://tcmhcc.utsystem.edu/events/

Upcoming sessions at 12–1 p.m. CT:
• 3/10 webinar - Bipolar vs. Personality Development: What Every P*P Should Know

• 3/24 ECHO - Risky Behaviors in Adolescents

CPAN webinars provide a comprehensive overview of key clinical topics in pediatric mental health. Then, CPAN ECHO sessions focus on clinical pearls and case-based discussions with peers. Both series run through July.

Texas Academy of Family Physicians The Texas Pediatric Society, Texas Chapter of the AAP

03/05/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, and Texas clinicians can call CPAN at 888-901-2726 for help finding targeted and specialized resources to support patients with developmental disabilities and their families.

Nationally, the CDC reports that about 17% of children ages 3 to 17 have one or more developmental disabilities, and many experience co-occurring mental and behavioral health conditions. Yet, many families and clinicians are not aware of what types of supports exist, such as:
➡️ Information about mental health considerations in primary care.

➡️ Vetted web resources on a child’s rights and education options in school.

➡️ Community referrals for parents to understand their child’s condition(s) and needs.

➡️ Direct patient-psychiatrist consults to clarify mental health diagnosis and treatment plan, as indicated.

Learn more about CPAN and call to consult on a specific patient need:
888-901-CPAN
www.TXCPAN.org
(Registered clinicians can also text their local HRI to start a request.)

02/27/2026

02/26/2026

This Week we want to remind primary care clinicians of the role you play in recognizing and responding to these conditions.

CPAN and PeriPAN provide consultation to help you move forward with confidence around:
➡️ Routine screening: During annual exams, sports physicals, etc.
➡️ Non-judgmental conversations: About eating patterns, body image, and weight-related concerns.
➡️ Developmentally appropriate psychoeducation: About eating disorders and evidence-based treatments.
➡️ Connecting families: To specialized care and resources when needed.

Call us with questions and click to learn more about our programs:
888-901-2726
www.TXCPAN.org
www.TXPeriPAN.org

02/25/2026

Our partners at ACOG District XI came to us with a great idea to make it easier for clinicians to integrate mental health screening during essential perinatal visits. Introducing the Cut-Score Pocket Card, a quick-reference guide on recommended tools for determining type and severity of various conditions.

Now clinicians can keep this frequently used section of our PeriPAN Perinatal Mental Health Toolkit at their fingertips. Call 888-901-2726 to request a laminated pocket card from your HRI, and explore the full toolkit here: https://tcmhcc.utsystem.edu/peripan-toolkit/

If you ever need assistance with screening results or treatment plans, our team of experts is available to help Texas clinicians with no-cost, peer-to-peer consults.

02/23/2026

This National Week we want to remind Texas pediatric and perinatal clinicians that CPAN and PeriPAN are here to help you identify and manage patient mental and behavioral health conditions.

Let us take the lead on sourcing the latest, evidence-based materials for your practice. Our mental health experts have carefully curated a library of 120+ vetted resources on eating disorders, featuring up-to-date guidance from trusted sources like the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).

Call to take advantage of our rapid, no-cost support, and visit our website to learn more about how our access program can enhance your practice and make a difference in patient care:
888-901-2726
www.TXCPAN.org
www.TXPeriPAN.org

02/23/2026

The Texas Youth Depression and Su***de Research Network (TX-YDSRN) recently published an article on identifying and managing treatment-resistant depression through measurement-based care (MBC): https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0193953X2300014X

Key takeaways:
1️⃣ Implementing MBC can address treatment issues such as inadequate dosing and duration, nonadherence, and medication side effects.
2️⃣ Barriers to implementing MBC in clinical care include time, resources, training, and challenges with workflow integration.
3️⃣ Self-report measures may be more easily implemented in busy clinical practices, making them an effective, evidence-based option.

Learn more about TX-YDSRN: https://tx-ydsrn.swmed.org/

02/18/2026

02/16/2026

SAFETY-A is an evidence-based, flexible, efficient, and effective intervention for youth suicidality designed to fit your pace and practice. Learn more about each option below and register here: https://tcmhcc.utsystem.edu/safety-a/

👉 Level 1: Preview – 1 hour/CME credit via on-demand recording.

👉 Level 2: Basic Training – 3 hours/CME credits, offered monthly, next session on March 5.

👉 Level 3: Full Mastery in SAFETY-A – 7.5 hours CME credit total (across 5 monthly sessions including training & case consultation), next cohort launching on April 10.

👉 Youth Su***de Risk Assessment: 1 hour/CME credit, available upon request.