Mental Health Disorders Sourcebook (Health Reference Series) - Hardcover

 
9780780810419: Mental Health Disorders Sourcebook (Health Reference Series)

Synopsis

This volume aimed at general readers compiles publications from government agencies and other organizations like the National Institute of Mental Health and the US Department of Health and Human Services on mental health disorders, their prevalence, impact on children and adults, symptoms, and treatment. Disorders discussed include depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and anxiety, eating, impulse control, addiction, and personality disorders. Other topics include myths about mental problems, paying for treatment, coping, suicide, warning signs, mental health issues in returning veterans, choosing a therapist, alternative approaches, understanding medications, and special concerns about children and adolescents. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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