Straight Talk About Your Childs Mental Health

Author : Stephen V. Faraone
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1462506720
Total Pages : 404 pages
Book Rating : 4.29/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about Your Child's Mental Health written by Stephen V. Faraone and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2012-04-24 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parents reach for dog-eared copies of Dr. Spock when their child has a rash or the flu, but when "moodiness" lingers or worrisome behavior problems grow, they have nowhere to turn for answers or reassurance. Now, in this compassionate resource, prominent Harvard researcher Dr. Stephen V. Faraone gives parents the tools they need to look clearly at how a child is feeling, thinking, and behaving and make wise decisions about when to call for professional help. Cues and questions teach readers to become scientific observers of their child, and vital facts about common disorders help them distinguish between normal variations in speech development and Asperger syndrome, between moodiness that's just a phase and depression, between childhood fears and the symptoms of anxiety. Knowing what to ask--and tell--the professionals, from the pediatrician to a mental health specialist, will help parents ensure a complete and accurate diagnosis. Filled with handy sidebars, charts, and checklists, the book also teaches parents to weigh treatment options to determine what's best for their child. Winner--American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award

Author : Ellen Braaten
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781572307872
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about Psychological Testing for Kids written by Ellen Braaten and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2003-11-26 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Braaten and Felopulos describe how the evaluation process occurs in children, including the role (if any) that testing plays in diagnosing and devising treatment plans for dyslexia, ADHD, math and reading disorders, autism and Asperger syndrome, depression, anxiety, and other conditions.

Author : Conni Wells
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780983025146
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book More Straight Talk written by Conni Wells and published by . This book was released on 2014-07-02 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More Straight Talk shares the views, ideas, and needs of families and youth with the professionals that serve them. This easy to read book is a snapshot of the thoughts of families regarding how they would like to be treated by professionals, what they would like to know, and how they would like to receive that information. Covering topics from delivering a diagnosis to building the capacity of families to collaborate this is a must read for any professional in the mental health arena.

Author : Timothy E. Wilens
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 146252589X
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about Psychiatric Medications for Kids written by Timothy E. Wilens and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2016-03-14 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is medication the right choice for treating your child's emotional or behavioral problems? How can you be confident that he or she has been properly diagnosed? What do you need to know to get the most benefits from medication treatment, with the least risk? From leading child psychiatrists Timothy Wilens and Paul Hammerness, this book has already empowered many tens of thousands of parents to make tough decisions and become active, informed managers of their children's care. With clarity and compassion, it explains how medications work; their impact on kids' emotions, personality, school performance, and health; the pros and cons of specific treatment options; and much more. In addition to parents, teachers and other school professionals will find this book an ideal reference. New in the Fourth Edition: Extensively revised to include the latest information about medications and their uses, the fourth edition is even more accessible, and includes pullouts, bulleted lists, and "take home points" highlighting critical facts.

Author : Claudia Black
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1592859305
Total Pages : 81 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk from Claudia Black written by Claudia Black and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-05-26 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best-selling recovery author Claudia Black introduces readers to five different families and reveals how each of the parents talked with their kids about recovery, relapse, and the child's own vulnerability to addiction. Alcohol use, drug use, and addiction are challenging topics for parents to discuss with children. These subjects are even more complex, and more urgent, for recovering parents to discuss with their children. Best-selling recovery author Claudia Black introduces readers to five different families and reveals how each of the parents talked with their kids about recovery, relapse, and the childs own vulnerability to addiction. Discussion tips and clearly presented facts help parents focus on key issues. Age-appropriate strategies help reduce childrens experimentation with alcohol and other drugs.

Author : Ellen B. Braaten
Publisher : American Psychological Association
ISBN 13 : 1433808994
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Find Mental Health Care for Your Child written by Ellen B. Braaten and published by American Psychological Association. This book was released on 2010-09-15 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seasoned child psychologist and author Ellen B. Braaten offers clear and expert guidance to help anxious parents navigate the complexities of mental health care. Includes an overview of the issues involved in diagnosing and treating children; detailed information on common childhood disorders; and an in depth discussion of primary treatment approaches.

Author : Timothy E. Wilens
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462525873
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about Psychiatric Medications for Kids, Fourth Edition written by Timothy E. Wilens and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2016-04-21 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "When a child is struggling with an emotional or behavioral problem, parents face many difficult decisions. Is medication the right choice? What about side effects? How long will medication be needed? In this authoritative guide, leading child psychiatrists Drs. Timothy Wilens and Paul Hammerness explain the nuts and bolts of psychiatric medications--from how they work and potential risks to their impact on a child's emotions, school performance, personality, and health. Extensively revised to include the latest information about medications and their uses, the fourth edition is even more accessible, and includes pullouts, bulleted lists, and "take home points" highlighting critical facts. In addition to parents, this is an ideal reference for teachers and other school professionals"--

Author : Stephen P. Hinshaw
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462550215
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.10/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about ADHD in Girls written by Stephen P. Hinshaw and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2022-06-09 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parenting a daughter with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is no easy path--especially because of the myth that the disorder is rare to nonexistent in girls. From pioneering researcher Stephen P. Hinshaw, this empowering guide provides vital information and advice to help you understand and meet your daughter's needs. Dr. Hinshaw delivers up-to-date facts on what ADHD is, why symptoms often appear differently in girls than in boys, why girls with ADHD behave the way they do, how to get an accurate diagnosis, and what treatments are most effective. There is so much pressure on girls to be "perfect"--and for those with ADHD, it feels especially hard to measure up. Learn concrete steps you can take to support your daughter's success from preschool through high school and beyond, while nurturing her confidence and self-worth.

Author : Timothy E. Wilens
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781593858421
Total Pages : 325 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Straight Talk about Psychiatric Medications for Kids, Third Edition written by Timothy E. Wilens and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2008-09-02 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Deciding whether to give your child medication for an emotional or behavioral problem is one of the toughest choices a parent can face. Will medication really help? How long will it be needed? The doctor may say it's perfectly safe--but what about the news stories about overuse and risks? From experienced child psychiatrist Dr. Timothy Wilens, this bestselling guide has already empowered many tens of thousands of parents to become active, informed managers of their children's care. Dr. Wilens explains how medications work; their impact on kids' emotions, personality, school performance, and health; the risks and benefits of widely used antidepressants; and much more. New in the Third Edition: The fully updated third edition details the latest advances in treating specific disorders--with significant new information on bipolar disorder and ADHD--and offers up-to-date answers to parents' frequently asked questions.

Author : Ellen Braaten
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1593853955
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Child Clinician's Report-writing Handbook written by Ellen Braaten and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2007-02-08 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "What an incredible resource Braaten has written what is clearly the most comprehensive child assessment handbook available. This indispensable book carefully walks the clinician through the entire assessment process and covers all conceivable areas of inquiry. This is an essential guide for the beginning practitioner and one that is sure to become a mainstay on every child clinicians bookshelf."--Lee A. RosÉn, PhD, Colorado State University