Selecting Effective Treatments: A Comprehensive Systematic Guide to Treating Mental Disorders, Includes DSM-5 Update Chapter

Selecting Effective Treatments: A Comprehensive Systematic Guide to Treating Mental Disorders, Includes DSM-5 Update Chapter

<p><b>A systematic, research-based approach to the diagnosis and treatment of the major mental disorders—updated to reflect the changes in the DSM-5</b></p> <p>This thoroughly revised and updated edition of Linda Seligman's classic book, <i>Selecting Effective Treatments</i> combines the latest research on evidence-based practices with practical, how-to information on implementation. Filled with numerous illustrative case studies and helpful examples, this <i>Fourth Edition</i> features expanded coverage of:</p> <ul> <li>Provides a bridge between the DSM-IV-TR and DSM-5 as mental health practitioners transition between the two</li> <li>Helps mental health practitioners explain their choice of treatment approach to their clients, to their supervisors and colleagues, and to MCOs</li> <li>Covers the changes in criteria in the <i>DSM-5</i></li> <li>Discusses trauma and its effect across the lifespan, suicide assessment and prevention, and new treatment approaches, including mindfulness</li> <li>Offers insights into childhood disorders, including autism spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and attachment disorder</li> <li>Guides professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of depression, borderline personality disorder, the schizophrenia spectrum disorders, and the bipolar disorders</li> </ul> <p>With a new discussion of treatment strategies for dual diagnosis, <i>Selecting Effective Treatments, Fourth Edition</i> provides a pathway for treatment of mental disorders based on the most recent evidence-based research, while at the same time recognizing that the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders are part of a dynamic and evolving field that embraces individuality and personalization.</p>