Multidisciplinary and trans-cultural ...

This book provides an up-to-date review of the current state of care, treatment and prevention in child and adolescent mental health from multidisciplinary and trans-cultural perspectives. Systems of care, services and interventions in selected parts of the world are described by leading experts with a focus on

the current status of services in the respective parts of the world

the major needs and deficits in identifying mental health problems in children and adolescents (awareness and diagnosis)

the major needs in treatment, care and prevention

realistic proposals on how to improve the situation of children and adolescents who suffer from, or are at risk for, mental health problems.

In addition, the major principles and strategies of treatment and intervention are described, on an empirical basis, using a selected number of treatment approaches and treatment settings as examples.

Finally, the possibilities, strategies and limitations of early detection and prevention are reviewed with the aim of improving the living conditions of children and families in need of mental health support.

... a valuable resource for mental health workers all over the world!

Content

Epidemiology as a Basis for the Conception and Planning of Services
System of Care: A Global Perspective
Systems of Care in Europe
Systems of Care in North America
Systems of Care in South America
Systems of Care in Australia
Systems of Care in Asia
Systems of Care in Africa
Setting Up Services in Difficult Circumstances
Evidence-Based Psychotherapies for Children and Adolescents: Strategies, Strengths, and Limitations
What Works for Whom? Differential Indications for Treatment/Intervention
lndividual and Group Psychotherapies for Children and Adolescents
Family Therapy
Innovative Interventions in the Community
Medications
Outcomes of Treatment
Interventions that are CURRES: Cost-Effective Useful, Realistic, Robust, Evolving, and Sustainable
Prevention of Risks for Mental Health Problems: Lessons Learned in Examining the Prevention of Depression in Families
Prevention and Early Detection of Developmental Disorders
Prevention and Early Detection of Emotional Disorders
Prevention and Early Detection of Conduct Disorder and Delinquency
Early Detection and Prevention of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders
Prevention and Intervention in Primary Care
Prevention and Intervention in School Settings.