Expert Guide to DSM-5 Diagnosis and Treatment for Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Building on the success of the Pocket Guide to the DSM-5 Diagnostic Exam, The DSM-5 Pocket Guide for Child and Adolescent Mental Health provides a comprehensive resource for mental health professionals to diagnose and treat children and adolescents. As primary care physicians are often the first point of contact for young people experiencing mental distress, this guide focuses on the practical realities of diagnosing and treating mental health issues in primary care settings.

Practical Tools for Accurate Diagnosis

The guide includes dedicated chapters on:

• Conducting diagnostic interviews for different chief complaints
• Performing 15- and 30-minute versions of the diagnostic interview
• Recognizing developmental milestones and red flags for referral

These practical tools enable healthcare professionals to efficiently and effectively diagnose mental health issues in children and adolescents.

A Comprehensive Resource for Healthcare Professionals

This essential guide is designed for primary care physicians, pediatricians, residents in training, and general psychiatrists caring for children and adolescents experiencing mental distress and mental illness. The book’s flexible structure allows readers to access specific sections or use the guide as a whole for comprehensive information.

Valuable Features and Resources

The guide includes:

• Multiple tables and figures making expert advice readily accessible
• Brief supplements to the diagnostic interview, including:
• A concise summary of DSM-5 disorders
• A stepwise approach to differential diagnosis
• The mental status examination and a psychiatric glossary
• DSM-5-related diagnostic tools and scales
• Coverage of alternative diagnostic systems and rating scales
• A seven-step sequential framework for generating a differential diagnosis to improve clinical decision-making skills
• Initial psychosocial recommendations for topics such as sleep hygiene and behavior management

By using The DSM-5 Pocket Guide for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, healthcare professionals can efficiently and effectively use DSM-5 criteria and evidence-based treatment protocols to formulate treatment plans, ensuring the best possible outcomes for their young patients.

Published by American Psychiatric Publishing on December 18, 2015, this guide is an essential resource for all healthcare professionals working with children and adolescents.

Language: English | ISBN: 9781585624942 | ISBN: 9781615370511