The Mental Health Diagnostic Desk Reference
Author | : Carlton E. Munson |
Publisher | : Psychology Press |
Total Pages | : 404 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : 0789014645 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780789014641 |
Rating | : 4/5 (45 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This updated edition of Dr. Munson's highly acclaimed book provides clear, consistently organized expositions of every disorder in the DSM-IV-TR. It also offers a detailed explanation of the DSM-IV-TR multi-axial system, including guidelines and examples of treatment planning. This is the only guide to applying the new culture-bound syndromes; it includes a detailed case example of preparing a cultural formulation. Features 81 illustrations, including color-coded supplemental visuals highlighting the diagnostic criteria for disorders most frequently encountered in clinical practice. To view an excerpt online, find the book in our QuickSearch catalog at www.HaworthPress.com.