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(More customer reviews)This book presents real case studies that challenge the reader to focus on critical attributes to determine the possible psychological disorder the patient is experiencing. In the 2nd part of the book each case is presented with an explaination of the diagnosis and possible steps to take to assist the patient in achieving wellness. In this way the reader is able to first see how well he or she can diagnois the problem and support needed and then read for the actual diagnois and support determined for the patient to check how well he or she did.
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Although there are many case study books that focuson adults diagnosed with various psychological disorders, thisis the first casebook/workbook devoted exclusively to major childand adolescent disorders and their common treatments. It organizesdisorders according to the DSM-IV, and allows readers to "diagnose"and consider treatment options before seeing how a case was actuallydiagnosed and treated. It provides detailed descriptions of a range ofclinical problems affecting children and adolescents -- recognizingthat symptoms and associated features of a disorder may be quitedifferent, at times even seemingly opposite, of symptoms presented byadults -- and illustrates some of the ways these problems can beexamined and treated. Section I presents casescenarios along with space for readers to write their ideas aboutdiagnosis and treatment. Section II includes the diagnosis madeby the therapist in the case, the rationale behind the diagnosis, andtreatment considerations. Presents cases that focus on "classic"symptoms and problematic issues. Stresses the social context in whichsymptoms occur -- even when these social factors are not directlyrelated to diagnosis. For psychiatric social workers,nurses, and counselors.
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