Child and Adolescent Psychiatry - Hardcover

Michael Rutter; Taylor, Eric

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0632053615 ISBN 13: 9780632053612

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 2002

Synopsis

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has established itself as the accepted textbook of child psychiatry. It aims to provide an accurate and comprehensive account of current knowledge, through the integration of empirical findings with clinical experience and practice. The fourth edition has been expanded to cover trans–cultural issues, organisation of services, audit and economic issues.

About this title

About the Author

Professor Sir Michael Rutter, KCL Institute of Psychiatry, London

Professor Eric Taylor, Institute of Psychiatry, London

From the Back Cover

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has established itself as one of the leading textbooks in the field and provides a coherent appraisal of the current state of the art for both trainee and practicing clinicians. The field has moved on considerably since the publication of the last edition. This new edition: Reflects real gains in observational and experimental knowledge and in conceptual understanding Contains increased coverage of measurement issues Carefully balances academic advances and clinical skills Takes a more developmental point of view Concentrates more on sociocultural and ethnic issues Gives greater emphasis to genetic findings and their implications This book is an essential text for professionals working in the field of child mental health, and clinicians working with children in general practice and community paediatric settings. The book would also be a valuable reference for those engaged in planning and purchasing services for children and young adults, highlighting mental health needs and providing treatment resources.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0632053615
• ISBN 13: 9780632053612
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 1224