Dr. Mark A Riddle M.D.

About the Author

Dr. Mark A. Riddle, M.D., is a distinguished child psychiatrist and professor emeritus at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he dedicated over four decades to advancing pediatric mental health. With a career spanning clinical practice, research, and education, Dr. Riddle has been instrumental in shaping guidelines for the safe and effective use of medications in children and adolescents. His seminal work, Pediatric Psychopharmacology for Primary Care, serves as an indispensable resource for primary care providers, offering evidence-based strategies to manage psychiatric disorders in young patients. A recipient of numerous awards for his contributions to child psychiatry, Dr. Riddle continues to advocate for integrated care models that bridge primary and specialty services, ensuring accessible mental health support for families nationwide.