A Practical Guide to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Screening, Evidence-based Assessment, Intervention, and Health Promotion

This third edition serves as a comprehensive, practical guide for health professionals addressing mental health in children and adolescents. It integrates updated research and evidence-based practices to support prevention, screening, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of mental health disorders. With a strong focus on trauma, stressor-related disorders, substance use, and school-based mental health promotion, it equips practitioners with the tools needed to improve outcomes for young patients.

Key Features:

• Grounded in DSM-5 criteria, offering a holistic approach to pediatric mental health.
• Includes updated screening tools, assessment instruments, and interventions.
• Covers trauma, adverse childhood experiences, anxiety, depression, suicidal behaviors, and substance use disorders.
• Offers practical resources for clinicians, families, and caregivers, including handouts and educational materials.
• Provides guidance on clinician self-care to prevent burnout.
• Presents evidence-based strategies for promoting mental health in schools.
• Case studies, risk factor analysis, and actionable guidelines enhance real-world applicability.
• Incorporates new technologies and programs to support patient wellness and clinician efficiency.