Dr. Crismon's current research and practice involve the development and evaluation of strategies to improve the pharmacotherapy, pharmacoeconomics, and health outcomes of individuals with mental disorders, particularly severe and persistent mental disorders seen in adults and children. His current work is limited to policies and interventions that may improve the utilization of psychotropic medications in children and adolescents with mental disorders. He has a special interest in mental health issues that are present in children and adolescents residing in foster care. He also has an interest in the well-being of healthcare professionals and heath professions students and factors that contribute to burnout.