Mental Health Disorders in Children and Adolescents: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Professionals

Written by esteemed authors Bernadette Mazurek Melnyk PhD APRN-CNP FAANP FNAP FAAN and Pamela Lusk DNP RN PMHNP-BC FAANP FAAN, this book serves as a thorough and relevant first step for health professionals to learn about mental health disorders among children and adolescents, from diagnosis to treatment to resources and prevention.

Former US Surgeon General Richard H. Carmona, MD, MPH, FACS, praises the book, stating, “This book is a thorough and relevant first step for health professionals to learn about mental health disorders among children and adolescents, from diagnosis to treatment to resources and prevention.”

Updated with Latest Research Findings and Best Evidence-Based Practices

The third edition of this quick-access guide has been updated with new research findings and best evidence-based practices to aid practitioners in preventing, screening, diagnosing, and managing children and adolescents who present with mental health symptoms and disorders.

This edition places a strong emphasis on trauma and stressor-related disorders, cognitive behavioral therapy/skills building, suicidal and self-harming behaviors, substance abuse disorders, prescribing antidepressants to youth, and promoting mental health in schools.

New and Updated Resources for Practitioners

New and updated screening tools, instruments, and interventions have been added to the therapeutic arsenal, along with diagnostic criteria, case studies, and risk factors. Additionally, the guide provides new information on care for the caregiver and new technologies to enhance life balance.

Essential “Nuts and Bolts” of Evidence-Based Content

This guide continues to deliver the essential “nuts and bolts” of evidence-based content in a practical and user-friendly format. Grounded in DSM-V criteria and diagnoses, with a holistic view of the patient, this guide contains a wealth of resources, including:

• Screening tools
• Parent/patient handouts
• Other resources to educate families about mental health disorders
• Ways to foster patient wellness

New to the Third Edition

This edition features new evidence-based programs to enhance mental health and well-being, updated educational materials for families and caregivers, and the following chapters:

• Evidence-based Assessment and Management of Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders
• Evidence-based Assessment and Management of Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Evidence-based Assessment and Management of Substance Abuse and Addiction Spectrum
• Evidence-based Assessment and Management of Anxiety Disorders
• Evidence-based Assessment and Management of Depressive Disorders
• Promoting Mental Health in Schools
• Self-Care for Clinicians Who Care for Children and Adolescents with Mental Health Problems

This comprehensive guide provides a tool kit for healthcare professionals to enhance care and improve outcomes for children and adolescents with mental health disorders.

Product Details:
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Edition: 3rd edition (November 16, 2021)
Language: English
Pages: 350