This textbook provides an overview of child and adolescent mental health. The text covers all core aspects of the subject, from the importance of knowing why mental health in children is important, to how to assess, formulate and treat a variety of presentations seen in children and young people. Beginning with an overview of conditions and the background to emotional and behavioural problems, the book examines the different models and tools used to assess and treat children and young people.
Key Features
- Comprehensive coverage of child and adolescent mental health.
- Examination of diverse identities and groups within the population.
- Discussion of current public debates such as gender identity and social media's role.
- Contributions from a variety of clinical and research backgrounds.
- Fully revised third edition, essential for professionals in the field.
Additional Information
This revised edition addresses issues of current public debate such as gender identity and the role of social media in children's and young people’s development and behaviour. Chapters consider the many diverse identities and groups within the population, addressing specific problems encountered in children, young people and their families from different cultural backgrounds. This is an important resource for all professionals working with children, young people and their families, including student and practitioner psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, mental health nurses and social care specialists.
