Clinical Manual of Pediatric Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry: A Comprehensive Guide

By Richard J. Shaw and David R. Demaso, M.D.

The thoroughly updated second edition of Clinical Manual of Pediatric Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry remains the only textbook in the field that provides a focused and practical clinical guide to the psychiatric and psychological assessment of physically ill children and adolescents.

This comprehensive manual is designed for both novice trainees approaching their first pediatric consultation-liaison psychiatry rotations and advanced and experienced practitioners seeking information on psychopharmacological management of physically ill children. The book covers all the common clinical psychiatric consultation questions that arise in the pediatric hospital, making it an essential resource for healthcare professionals.

Overview of Pediatric Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry

Chapters 1-4 provide an in-depth overview of pediatric consultation-liaison psychiatry, including assessment principles and legal and forensic issues. These chapters serve as a foundation for understanding the complexities of pediatric consultation-liaison psychiatry and provide a solid background for addressing the unique challenges of this field.

Psychiatric Symptoms and Disorders in Physically Ill Children and Adolescents

Chapters 5-14 are devoted to specific psychiatric symptoms and disorders in physically ill children and adolescents. These chapters delve into the complexities of addressing psychiatric issues in pediatric patients, including catatonia, serotonin syndrome, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, autoimmune encephalitis, and pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome (PANS), as well as fabricated or induced illness symptoms.

Treatment and Intervention Strategies

Chapters 15-18 address issues related to treatment and intervention, providing practitioners with concise and pragmatic ways of organizing the key issues and developing effective treatment plans. The updated edition reflects advances in research and treatment options, ensuring that healthcare professionals have access to the most current and evidence-based information.

With its comprehensive coverage and practical approach, Clinical Manual of Pediatric Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals working with physically ill children and adolescents.

Product Details:
Publisher: American Psychiatric Association Publishing
Edition: 2nd edition (September 16, 2019)
Language: English
Pages: 566
ISBN-10: 1615372318
ISBN-13: 978-1615372317