Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Handbook for Primary Care

Edited by Marilyn Augustyn, Barry Zuckerman, and Elizabeth B. Caronna, the thoroughly updated Third Edition of The Zuckerman Parker Handbook of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics for Primary Care offers practical guidance on diagnosing and treating children with developmental and behavioral problems in the primary care setting.

Quick Reference for Primary Care Providers

Written in an easy-to-use outline format, this popular handbook enables primary care providers to quickly find the information they need to make diagnostic and management decisions. The book covers a wide range of topics, from everyday behavioral problems to complex psychiatric disorders.

Comprehensive Coverage of Behavioral Pediatrics

This comprehensive resource covers:

• Everyday behavioral problems, such as biting and social avoidance
• Serious and complex psychiatric disorders, including anorexia and depression
• New topics, such as dealing with difficult child behavior in the office, alternative therapy for autism spectrum disorders, and more

New Chapters in the Third Edition

The Third Edition includes new chapters on:

• Dealing with difficult child behavior in the office
• Alternative therapy for autism spectrum disorders
• Treatment of autism spectrum disorders
• Oppositional defiant disorder
• Bilingualism
• Health literacy
• Incarcerated parents
• Military parents

Additional Resources

A companion website includes the fully searchable text, providing primary care providers with a valuable online resource for staying up-to-date on the latest developments in developmental and behavioral pediatrics.

With its comprehensive coverage and practical guidance, The Zuckerman Parker Handbook of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics for Primary Care is an essential resource for primary care providers, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals working with children.

Publication details: ISBN-13: 9781608319145, Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Publication date: 10/15/2010, Edition: 3, Pages: 560