This casebook illustrates the rich and arresting nature of disorders that first manifest themselves in childhood while also showing how a child's developmental patterns shape the expression of each disorder. Each complex case demonstrates how each disorder is expressed—from presentation through diagnosis and treatment—in an effective way. Throughout the book, the author explores the DSM-IV-TR criteria and demonstrates the interaction between developmental and environmental influences for each disorder. Features Cases include "Mixed Case Three" (Chapter 15).
This case covers a multiracial child of Hispanic, Asian, and Caucasian descent and displays a mix of elements that could indicate schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, or tic disorder. Information on the DSM-IV-TR is discussed throughout the text. Two "Diagnose the Case" exercises give students an opportunity to come up with diagnoses on their own. The first, which appears in Chapter 1, sets up the process of presentation, diagnosis, and treatment that is followed throughout the book. The "Wrap Up Case" is a complex, mixed case in which a child has multiple problems. The case presents a real challenge for students, giving them the opportunity to apply what they have learned throughout the course.
Chapter 1 Mixed Case one
Chapter 2 Social Anxiety and Withdrawal
Chapter 3 Depression
Chapter 4 Early-Onset Bipolar Disorder
Chapter 5 Eating Disorders
Chapter 6 Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
Chapter 7 Learning Disability
Chapter 8 Conduct Disorder and Aggression
Chapter 9 Substance Abuse
Chapter 10 Family Conflict and Oppositional Defiant Disorder
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