Assessment and Treatment Planning for PTSD

Evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and treating PTSD in an array of specific populations and settingsThis timely, practical guide for busy professionals: Covers strategies for those working in specialized practice settings, such as primary care facilities, prisons, and hospitals for the severely mentally illOffers guidelines for conducting forensic evaluationsProvides information on malingering assessmentExplores new frontiers in PTSD assessment, including neuroimaging and genetic testingOffers practical guidance on the assessment of most recognized comorbid conditionsDiscusses the roles of ethnicity, race, and culture in assessing and treating PTSDOffers assessment strategies for specific populations, including veterans, children, and the severely impaired