Depression In Adults: The Latest Assessment And Treatment Strategies [Paperback]

Anton Tolman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1887537244 | ISBN-13: 978-1887537247 | Publication Date: June 1, 2005 | Edition: 3rd

At any one time, between 5 and 15 percent of Americans suffer from clinical depression. What are the typical characteristics? What is the likelihood of recovery? What differentiates depression from other disorders? What environmental and biological influences may cause depression? What are the biological influences and treatments? What are the most effective treatments medication, psychotherapy, or both? You ll find easy-to-grasp answers to these and other questions plus pros and cons of different clinical strategies in this condensed resource. Plus: 6 differential diagnostic concerns 10 key suicide risk factors Evidence-based treatment algorithms for depression Typical presentations agitated or withdrawn 12 tools for evaluating suicide risk 16 depression assessment instruments Behavioral, cognitive, and group therapy guidelines First-, second-, and third-line medication treatments Alternative treatments, including ECT, St. John s Wort, and experimental therapies Suicide assessment and intervention strategies

Product Details

• Paperback: 104 pages
• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers; 3rd edition (June 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1887537244
• ISBN-13: 978-1887537247
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #908,037 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A concise overview of the field oriented to medical professionals, January 9, 2007

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This review is from: Depression In Adults: The Latest Assessment And Treatment Strategies (Paperback)

Tolman's goal is to present an overview of the current state of the art oriented toward mental health professionals. While I'm not a professional in the field, I found the book to be a clear presentation of the material that suited me (as a technically educated person).

Particular credit should be given to an innovative use of graphic design - the author makes good use of sidebars to define technical terms, provide clarifications, and give illustrations from patient cases. This makes the work easy to follow. A glossary and detailed reference list are also useful tools.

In addition to its intended audience of medical professionals, I would recommend the book to any educated reader concerned with this condition.