Family-Based Intervention for Child and Adolescent Mental Health

The most effective treatments for child and adolescent psychopathology are often family-based, emphasizing the active involvement of family members beyond the referred individual. This book provides clinicians with the core competencies—knowledge, skills, and attitudes—needed to deliver evidence-based family interventions for a range of mental health problems. Through practical case studies, it illustrates treatment principles, addresses common barriers, and offers strategies for problem-solving in clinical practice.

Key Features:

• Covers major mental health issues including anxiety, ADHD, sleep, and eating disorders.
• Explores therapist competencies in severe, complex, or misunderstood cases.
• Provides guidance on working with diverse families and those affected by parental psychopathology, maltreatment, or family violence.
• Practical, evidence-based strategies illustrated with real-world case examples.
• Essential resource for psychologists, psychiatrists, pediatricians, mental health nurses, counsellors, and social workers.