Clinical Handbook for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Mood Disorders

As a valuable resource for mental health professionals and trainees, this comprehensive handbook addresses the critical need for effective diagnosis and treatment of pediatric mood disorders, which often first manifest in childhood and adolescence.

Filling a Critical Gap in the Literature

The Clinical Handbook for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Mood Disorders is the only reference of its kind, providing a much-needed framework for understanding and addressing the complex challenges of pediatric mood disorders. With contributions from renowned experts in the field, this handbook offers a practical, evidence-based approach to diagnosis and treatment, making it an essential resource for professionals working with youth populations.

A Comprehensive and Accessible Resource

Designed to appeal to learners at all stages of their careers, this handbook provides authoritative and accessible information, making it an ideal reference for clinicians in training, experienced practitioners, and professionals from multiple disciplines, including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, psychologists, pediatricians, and allied health professionals.

The handbook’s engaging chapter-opening cases and concise “clinical pearls” at the end of each chapter facilitate easy understanding and application of the content. The use of graphical formats and an appendix of resources further enhance the learning experience and provide a valuable reference for ongoing professional development.

A Practical Guide to State-of-the-Art Treatment Approaches

This comprehensive resource provides professionals with the practical information needed to balance benefits, risks, and alternatives to state-of-the-art treatment approaches for pediatric mood disorders. By doing so, it empowers clinicians to provide high-quality, evidence-based care to their young patients and support better mental health outcomes.

Published by the American Psychiatric Association Publishing, this handbook is available in multiple formats, ensuring that readers can access the latest information and best practices in pediatric mood disorder diagnosis and treatment, whenever and wherever they need it.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of pediatric mood disorders
• Practical, evidence-based approach to diagnosis and treatment
• Engaging chapter-opening cases and concise “clinical pearls” for easy understanding and application
• Graphical formats and appendix of resources for enhanced learning and reference
• Accessible and relevant to professionals across multiple disciplines and at all stages of their careers

Language: English

ISBN: 9781615371747 (print) | 9781615372553 (e-book)