Mina K. Dulcan - Böcker

This is a compendium of information sheets for parents and teachers on prescribed medications for psychiatric disorders. Information on specific medications can be downloaded, printed, and given out to help them understand the drug's purpose, possible side effects, potential interactions with food and medications, and other factors.

Much like the patients on which it focuses, the field of pediatric mental health continues to grow and develop. Among other advances, the body of clinical research and the number of empirically supported treatments have grown, evaluation practices have been refined, and awareness of emotional and behavioral problems in youth has increased. Stay up-to-date on significant DSM-5 changes to psychiatric nomenclature and criteria—and the developments that have spurred them—with the Concise Guide to Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.,br>This fifth edition prunes older content while distilling and incorporating clinically relevant findings, and features:Reorganized diagnostic chapters that reflect updates to DSM-5Tables of selected diagnostic criteria from DSM-5 for quick referenceRelevant treatment methods for each section on a specific disorder or clinical situationAn informative chapter dedicated to pharmacological treatments—from stimulant medications and antidepressants to antipsychotics and anticonvulsantsSuggested additional readings for those interested in learning more about particular topicsRecommended published and on-line information resources for parentsAn indispensable primer on child and adolescent psychiatry for medical and mental health students and clinical trainees, this guide also serves as an ideal, quick-reference update for practicing physicians, nurses, and advanced practice nurses.Complex theoretical notions, new research, and areas of controversy have been simplified in the interest of brevity and ease of reference, making this a useful resource for professionals in special education, child welfare, and juvenile justice, as well as parents.

Updated to account for the latest research and advances in the field, this third edition reinforces its status as an indispensable resource for clinicians working with young patients and their families. Readers will find all of the in-depth, DSM-5-aligned evidence-based clinical guidance.

This is a question-and-answer guide that allows you to evaluate your mastery of the subject matter as you progress through the companion textbook. It is made up of approximately 295 questions and each answer is accompanied by a brief discussion that not only addresses the correct response but also explains why other responses are not correct.