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Primer on Mental Disorders
Allen, Thomas E.; Liebman, Mayer C.; Park, Lee Crandall; Wimmer, William C.
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Description for Primer on Mental Disorders
Paperback. This volume includes discussions of the major diagnoses and refers readers to other sources for more rare disorders. It is intended as a guide for teachers, school administrators and parents navigating the field of mental illness. Num Pages: 192 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: VFD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 176 x 11. Weight in Grams: 404.
From four practicing physicians comes this down-to-earth, easy to understand introduction to mental disorders_essentially a 'what is it' book to help identify disorders, understand the ramifications, and assist teachers and families in providing a supportive environment for anyone who suffers from mental disorders. Arranged by broad category (following the DSM-IV-TR, the standard reference for medical professionals), disorders and their treatments are described, along with a list of helpful resources for the classroom, library, and home. Appendixes list important advocacy and support groups, appropriate videos for classroom viewing, and Web sites for further information. This useful tool makes a difficult subject ... Read more
From four practicing physicians comes this down-to-earth, easy to understand introduction to mental disorders_essentially a 'what is it' book to help identify disorders, understand the ramifications, and assist teachers and families in providing a supportive environment for anyone who suffers from mental disorders. Arranged by broad category (following the DSM-IV-TR, the standard reference for medical professionals), disorders and their treatments are described, along with a list of helpful resources for the classroom, library, and home. Appendixes list important advocacy and support groups, appropriate videos for classroom viewing, and Web sites for further information. This useful tool makes a difficult subject ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Publisher
Scarecrow Press United States
Number of pages
192
Condition
New
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780810839205
SKU
V9780810839205
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99-15
About Allen, Thomas E.; Liebman, Mayer C.; Park, Lee Crandall; Wimmer, William C.
The authors are all mainstream doctors, educated at top medical institutions: Thomas E. Allen, M.D. (Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons); Mayer C. Liebman, M.D. (New York University School of Medicine); Lee Crandall Park, M.D. (www.leecrandallparkmd.net) (Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine) and William C. Wimmer, M.D. (University of Maryland School of Medicine).
Reviews for Primer on Mental Disorders
Teachers and school administrators who have students or parents suffering from the listed conditions will find the beginning of guidance here and will be able to formulate intelligent questions as they seek help beyond this text. High school and college students will find the text useful both for research and to come to a clearer understanding of the mental health ... Read more