From Thoughts to Obsessions - Softcover

Per Hove Thomsen

 
9781853027215: From Thoughts to Obsessions
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1853027219 ISBN 13: 9781853027215
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 1999

Synopsis

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is the term given to a condition characterized by recurring obsessive thoughts or actions. These thoughts or actions are involuntary and are often a response to a deep-rooted fear. This introductory book, richly illustrated with case examples, explains the nature and treatment of OCD in children and adolescents. OCD has been little discussed in relation to this age group, although it is now believed that approximately 1 per cent of all children and adolescents suffers from serious obsessive disorders.

Written for parents and relatives as well as doctors, teachers and other professionals working with this group of patients, From Thoughts to Obsessions defines OCD and forms a straightforward explanation of the symptoms, assessment procedures and treatment strategies. Per Hove Thomsen also examines obsessive features which may form part of normal adolescent development as well as the relationship of OCD to other psychiatric conditions.

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About the Author

Per Hove Thomsen is a specialist in child psychiatry who has, for a number of years, worked with the research and treatment of obsessive behaviour in children and adolescents. He is Head of the Research Centre at the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Hospital in Århus, Denmark.

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Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date
1999
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1853027219
ISBN 13 
9781853027215
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
150