The Child Medication Fact Book is a comprehensive reference guide covering all the important facts, from cost to pharmacokinetics, about the most commonly prescribed medications in child and adolescent psychiatry. Composed of single-page, reader-friendly fact sheets and quick-scan medication tables, this book offers guidance, clinical pearls, and bottom-line assessments of more than 70 of the most common medications you use and are asked

about in your practice. Versions of this book can be purchased with a 10-credit CME online post-test.

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• 11 appendices including informed consent, rating scales, and mental health apps, with eight corresponding tables

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Board certification and recertification exams are critical career moments. That is why you should rely on the Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatry Update & Board Preparation, Fourth Edition. It puts our 80+ years of clinical experience at your fingertips to help you prepare for your exam.
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This Carlat Fact Book provides you with all the tools and information needed to assess and treat your patients who are struggling with opioid use disorder. Unlike traditional textbooks, this Fact Book distills each critical aspect of clinical decision-making into a single sheet, with tips and bullet points that you can use at the point of care. Topics covered include conducting an initial assessment, treating opioid withdrawal symptoms, psychosocial approaches to treating opioid use disorder, and relapse prevention strategies.

What parents, educators, and health professionals can do to recognize, prevent, and heal childhood trauma, from infancy through adolescence--by the author of Waking the Tiger

Trauma can result not only from catastrophic events such as abuse, violence, or loss of loved ones, but from natural disasters and everyday incidents like auto accidents, medical procedures, divorce, or even falling off a bicycle. At the core of this book is the understanding of how trauma is imprinted on the body, brain, and spirit--often resulting in anxiety, nightmares, depression, physical illnesses, addictions, hyperactivity, and aggression.

Rich with case studies and hands-on activities, Trauma Through a Child's Eyes gives insight into children's innate ability to rebound with the appropriate support, and provides their caregivers with tools to overcome and prevent trauma.

Trauma Through A Child's Eyes . . . creates its own mold in a way that everyone concerned with the health and happiness of children will be grateful for. --Gabor Maté, MD, author of Hold On to Your Kids

As a clinician, you need to keep up on the latest developments in psychiatry. But you can't possibly read every potentially relevant research study published each year. At Carlat Publishing, we try to make your life easier by sifting through the contents of the major psychiatric journals for you. The studies that meet our criteria-tackling interesting topics and yielding actionable recommendations for your practice-have made it into our new edition of Psychiatry Practice Boosters.

This fourth edition teaches you the key points of 63 of the most clinically relevant studies in psychiatry from the last three years. This book includes a quick course in how to understand research design and statistics-so that you can be a more informed reader of the medical literature.

• Get research-based insight into these vital questions:
• Can We Treat Depression by Targeting Inflammation?
• How Essential Is Antidepressant Continuation?
• Which Medications Have the Lowest Risk of Side Effects?
• Starting Buprenorphine: Is Timing Everything?
• Does Mirtazapine Treat Agitation in Dementia?
• Lithium Exposure In Utero: How Bad Is It Really?
• Do Structural Brain Abnormalities Predict Cognitive Impairment With Electroconvulsive Therapy?
• Antidepressants for Suicidal Ideation in Depressed Patients?
• Psilocybin: The New Holy Grail for the Rapid Relief of Major Depression?

This guide delves into diverse aspects of social media as they pertain to youth mental health, including representations of sexuality, online bullying, privacy concerns, and the effect of media multitasking on developing brains. This book incorporates the voices and perspectives of children and adolescents themselves throughout the book.

Focusing on the practical skills needed to establish rapport with patients and gain valuable clinical insights, The Psychiatric Interview, 5th Edition, offers a practical, concise approach to improving interviewing skills. Noted psychiatrist and award-winning mental health journalist Dr. Daniel J. Carlat uses a proven combination of mnemonics, specific techniques for approaching threatening topics, and phrasing examples to illustrate the nuances of the interviewing process, making this easy-to-digest text essential reading for trainees and practitioners in psychiatry, psychology, nursing, social work, and related fields.

• Offers a concise, real-world approach to the psychiatric interview, filled with tips and pearls to develop confidence in interviewing

• Brings you up to speed with the DSM 5-TR and current research, and includes a new chapter on techniques for the agitated patient and a new discussion of prolonged grief

• Contains focused, practical sections on general principles of effective interviewing, obtaining the psychiatric history, and interviewing for diagnosis

• Uses mnemonics and pocket cards to help you understand and remember key elements of the effective interview

• Provides clear techniques for approaching threatening topics, and shows how relationships that are endangered can be repaired

• Presents information in an engaging, conversational manner, helping you form an alliance with each patient in order to promote cooperation and effective treatment
  

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Child and Adolescent Development: A Social Justice Approach features portraits of development at each stage interwoven with the findings of developmental science research on how inequitable resources and opportunities, which are influenced by social, economic, and political factors, can impact development. The text also presents findings on how such data can be used to reduce inequities for children and their families, thereby optimizing development and allowing individuals to reach their full potential no matter who they are.

The text begins with a chapter that briefly describes the stages, domains, and patterns of child and adolescent development, as well as traditional and contemporary theories. Subsequent chapters provide insight into the research methods of developmental science and explain how epigenetic influences affect development. The book then progresses chronologically, discussing the physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that occur within each stage, guiding readers through a tapestry of development from conception through adolescence.

Throughout, Pan & Zoom sections supply both big-picture and microscopic understandings of development, Tech & Media asides highlight the influences that technology and media can have on child and adolescent development, and Mentor Minutes provide readers with practical wisdom through interviews with diverse professionals working in the field.

Featuring a timely and much-needed perspective on development, Child and Adolescent Development: A Social Justice Approach is an ideal resource for courses in psychology, education, counseling, human services, and social work.

Kristine Anthis is a professor of psychology at Southern Connecticut State University, where she teaches courses in development and personality. She holds a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Nebraska and served as a fellow in the Edward Zigler Center in Child Development and Social Policy at Yale University. Dr. Anthis is a member of APA Division 2: Society for the Teaching of Psychology, and APA Division 7: Developmental Psychology. She has won multiple university-wide teaching awards and has served as a reviewer for the Teaching of Psychology journal. She lives in New Haven, Connecticut, with her wife and son.

When Heather Korbmacher's 10-year-old son began having extreme emotional responses to otherwise normal situations, she began to wonder what was happening to her child. When these responses erupted into violent rages, severe panic attacks, debilitating anxiety and phobias, an inability to eat, and a rigid need for everything to be just right, this mother knew something was profoundly wrong.

In this true story, one mother shares her journey to find healing for her son and her family. She unpacks the terrifying heartache of suddenly losing the son she once knew, the fierce battle that a parent endures to save a child, and the peace of finding health and a new normal.

You will be moved by the courage of Heather's determination to find answers, save her son, and take back control of her life. You will find hope and guidance as you read this account of one family's quest for healing. You will be inspired to fight your own battles, knock down barriers, and ultimately find your own peace.

Heather Korbmacher is a dedicated mother and fierce advocate for families living with PANDAS/PANS/AE. She resides in Bellingham, WA with her loving husband and two tenacious children. Connect with her at CourageousParent.com

A portion of the proceeds will go to support PANDAS Network, dedicated to improving diagnosis and treatment of children with PANDAS/PANS/AE.

Updated to include a succinct yet thorough review of the most recent evidence-based information and data-driven best treatment practices in child and adolescent psychiatry, this new volume is organized by DSM-5-TR diagnosis and offers an exhaustive analysis of the use of drugs in nine disorder categories.

Are you a parent looking for effective ways to help your child navigate emotional challenges, regulate their behavior, and build resilience?

This comprehensive guide brings together the power of play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and behavior modification techniques to provide you with a toolkit for supporting your child's emotional growth and strengthening your parent-child bond.

Drawing on the latest research and clinical expertise, this book offers a treasure trove of practical strategies, exercises, and activities that you can easily integrate into daily life.

Whether your child is struggling with the effects of trauma, grappling with anxiety or anger, or simply in need of a confidence boost, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a positive difference.

Key features of the book include:

1. A trauma-informed, social-emotional toolbox: Discover how to create a safe, nurturing environment that promotes healing, emotional regulation, and self-awareness. Learn specific techniques for helping your child process and cope with traumatic experiences.

2. CBT and DBT interventions for kids: Explore how cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies can be adapted for children, with practical exercises and worksheets to help your child manage anxiety, anger, and intense emotions. This book serves as an accessible CBT workbook and DBT workbook, tailored specifically for kids.

3. Behavior modification strategies: Gain a deeper understanding of your child's behavior and learn evidence-based strategies for encouraging positive changes. From effective communication techniques to setting clear boundaries and consequences, you'll discover how to shape behavior while maintaining a strong, loving connection.

4. Play-based activities for emotional regulation and self-esteem: Engage your child in fun, creative activities that foster emotional intelligence, self-regulation skills, and a healthy sense of self. This book is brimming with ideas for games, art projects, role-plays, and more, making it a go-to resource for any parent seeking to promote their child's emotional well-being.

5. Mindfulness and self-regulation exercises: Introduce your child to the power of mindfulness through simple, age-appropriate exercises that promote self-awareness, stress reduction, and improved focus. The book includes a variety of techniques drawn from popular programs like Zones of Regulation and mindfulness-based stress reduction.

6. Workbook-style format for hands-on learning: With its mix of clear explanations, step-by-step instructions, and reproducible worksheets, this book functions as a comprehensive workbook for both parents and kids. The activities are designed to be engaging and interactive, promoting skill-building and self-discovery.

7. Guidance for specific challenges: Whether your child is struggling with ADHD, anxiety, anger management, or low self-esteem, this book offers targeted strategies and modifications to meet their unique needs. You'll find chapters dedicated to common childhood challenges, making it easy to find the support you need.

This book is a must-have resource for any parent who wants to become their child's best emotional coach and ally. By combining the science of child development with the wisdom of therapeutic play, this guide offers a holistic approach to nurturing your child's social-emotional growth and building a foundation for lifelong resilience and well-being.

If you're ready to embark on a transformative journey of parent-child connection and emotional growth, this book is your essential companion. Embrace the power of play, CBT, DBT, and behavior modification to help your child thrive - and watch as your relationship blossoms in the process.

Concise and easy to use, Kaplan & Sadock's Pocket Handbook of Clinical Psychiatry, Seventh Edition, is an up-to-date guide to diagnosing the full range of psychiatric disorders in both adults and children. Written by Dr. Samoon Ahmad, this companion to Kaplan and Sadock's Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry offers brief summaries of psychiatric disorders, including key aspects of etiology, epidemiology, clinical features, and suggestions for treatment. Now in full color for the first time, it's an ideal ready reference for psychiatrists and other physicians, medical students on psychiatric rotations, psychiatric residents, and mental health professionals in psychology, social work, and nursing.

• Provides fully revised content throughout, with a particular focus on emerging trends in the identification of psychiatric disorders and newly developed therapeutic approaches
• Discusses the impact of COVID-19 with a dedicated chapter on the identification and management of the associated neuropsychiatric symptoms
• Offers new coverage of neuromodulation, cannabis, and psychedelics such as psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine
• Features a new, full-color format for faster navigation and improved visual appeal
• Concludes each chapter with specific page and chapter references to more detailed coverage in Kaplan and Sadock's Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry, Eleventh Edition
• Includes boxed, highlighted Clinical Hints for quick reference
• Uses an easy-to-scan outline format throughout, making it a perfect source of quick review for busy clinical practitioners, psychiatric residents, or students preparing for exams

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Twenty-two case examples make a compelling argument for an expansion of the definition of social anxiety in this illuminating new volume. The vignettes reveal the at times chronic and persistent nature of social anxiety, as well as the corresponding fears or shame about past or present wishes or thoughts considered unacceptabl.

The book is written in an accessible, even entertaining, way that provides science-based answers to a wide variety of questions about ADHD, its evaluation, and treatment.

If you suspect your child has autism, this book is for you. Neuroscientist and inventor of Mental Imagery Therapy for Autism (MITA) Dr. Andrey Vyshedskiy explains how to give your child the best chance to think and speak at his or her age level. This book is a result of a five-year study of children with autism. It zeroes in on the most promising use of time, effort, and resources and is a practical day-to-day guide for parents like you. At the heart of the book is Dr. Vyshedskiy's methodology for strengthening language pathways in the brain of a young child. The methodology doesn't simply train children to memorize new words. It teaches them to connect the words, understand syntax, and draw conclusions-all the skills necessary to master language and move on to other school subjects. The book contains twenty-nine daily exercises to help your child progress from little or no verbal ability to age-appropriate and advanced levels. MITA does not rely on trained therapists and gives you, the parent, full control over your child's development. To aid you in this challenging task, the book discusses all major areas of your child's life. It also details personal experiences of parents who have brought their children along the path to complex language.

The Handbook of Complex Trauma and Dissociation in Children: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications is a comprehensive and truly vital text for both experienced professionals and novice clinicians alike. In these pages, dozens of experts and pioneers thoroughly cover the complex nuances of theory, assessment, research, and clinical practice. Specific sections cover etiology, neurobiology, and various theoretical and conceptual models for working with the complexities of cumulative and chronic traumatization in childhood.

Additional sections cover standardized and non-standardized assessment and diagnostic tools, as well as the formulation and organization of the clinical interview with children and caregivers. Other chapters provide systematic and comprehensive reviews of current treatment modalities and effective approaches for treating children with complex trauma and dissociation across different stages of early development. The book's co-editors bookend the volume with thorough explorations of the nuanced and multifaceted issues impacting children with complex trauma and dissociative symptoms and features.

TRAUMA IN PERSONALITY DISORDER A Clinician's Handbook THE MASTERSON APPROACH When trauma and personality disorder combine, it is a therapeutic test for patient and treating clinician alike. Both face the challenge of hard, painful work in order to meet the goal of healing. For the clinician, this book presents a clear theoretical base for psychotherapy followed by a description of specific techniques. The theory is based on the developmental, object relations approach advanced by James F. Masterson, MD; the treatment is demonstrated in casebook form. Childhood trauma as well as present day PTSD is addressed, and four major types of personality disorder are delineated. Throughout, it is shown how trauma work and character work must be kept in balance so that the psychotherapy leads to its desired goal.

With case vignettes, videos, and key points, this book examines the process of identity formation; the role of youth culture in aiding individuation from family of origin; the distinction between typical emotional reactions and behaviors and those that require mental health interventions; and a diverse range of treatment modalities.