Published November, 2006
By Lars Weisaeth, Alexander C. McFarlane, Bessel A. Van der Kolk, Petra G. Aarts and Zahava H. Solomon
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This comprehensive text, with contributions from an international group of leading authorities, covers all that is currently known about traumatic stress and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and its treatment.

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Published October, 2006
By Eric J. Mash, Lisa Aronson Fontes, Terry D. Pezzot-Pearce, John K. Pearce, John W. Pearce, Terry Dianne Pezzot-Pearce and Caroline L. Burry
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This widely used guidebook and text combines theory, research, and practical clinical strategies. Provided is a thoughtful framework for understanding the developmental impact of maltreatment; assessing the unique needs of each child and family; building a strong therapeutic relationship; and implementing a variety of effective interventions.

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Published October, 2006
By Eliana Gil, John Briere, Janine Shelby, Sarah Briggs and Kathleen O. Nader
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Presenting an integrative model for treating traumatized children, this book combines play, art, and other expressive therapies with ideas and strategies drawn from cognitive-behavioral and family therapy. It demonstrates how to tailor treatment to the needs of each child by using both directive and nondirective approaches.

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Published September, 2006
By Thomas Grisso, Paul S. Appelbaum, Randy Borum, David Verhaagen and John Monahan
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A resource for mental health practitioners working with adolescents at risk for violent behavior. This book presents a comprehensive framework for evaluating justice-involved youth or those whose behavior in school, therapy sessions, or other contexts raises concern about violence. It includes case examples to illustrate different interventions.

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Published September, 2006
By Sandro Galea, Fran H. Norris, Matthew J. Friedman, Patricia J. Watson and Alexander C. McFarlane
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Intended for those involved in studying the mental health consequences of large-scale traumatic events or in measuring the effectiveness of postdisaster interventions.

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Published September, 2006
By Marsha M. Linehan
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An introduction for therapists, this work addresses fundamental questions about the nature of borderline personality disorder (BPD), its causes, and how it can be treated with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). It begins by presenting clinically relevant features of BPD and describing the underlying causes of the disorder.

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Published September, 2006
By Frank M. Dattilio, Robert L. Leahy, Michael A. Tompkins, Linda A. Dimeff and Stephen J. F. Holland
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Why do standard, evidence-based interventions fail to work for certain clients or certain situations? What tools do cognitive-behavioral theory and therapy offer for managing difficult cases? This book addresses these questions and addresses specific kinds of "roadblock," exploring how and why it arises and suggests effective, practical solutions.

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Published August, 2006
By John C. Norcross, Barry A. Farber, George Stricker, Melba J. T. Vasquez and Clara E. Hill
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Published August, 2006
By Ann Cattanach, Charles E. Schaefer, Heidi Gerard Kaduson, Paul White and Carol Norton
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Presents developments in play therapy, including innovative applications for particular problems and populations. This book reviews the research that evaluates the effectiveness of play interventions. It contains approaches for helping children deal with a variety of adverse circumstances: homelessness, family problems, sexual abuse, and more.

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Published July, 2006
By Kim T. Mueser, Harriet P. Lefley, David G. Kingdon, Susan Gingerich, Xavier F. Amador and William T. Carpenter
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Do people with schizophrenia ever get better? With the vast majority of those with the disorder dependent on their families for care, close relatives often grapple with that question. This book talks about a range of treatment and support options that can lead to a better life for the entire family.

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