Bipolar Disorder in Childhood and Early Adolescence
Contributors: Barbara Geller (Editor); Melissa P. Delbello (Editor)
Publisher: The Guilford Press; Guilford Press
Published: January 10, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 342
ISBN-13: 9781572308374
Subjects: Abnormal psychology; Child & developmental psychology; Clinical psychology; Psychology; Manic-depressive illness in adolescence; Psychopathology - General; Developmental - Child; Psychology & Psychiatry / Child Psychology; Manic-depressive illness in ad; Psychotherapy - Child & Adolescent; Manic-depressive illness in ch; Manic-depressive illness in children
First sentence: It is currently accepted that the classical form of bipolar disorder (Kraepelin, 1921) can be manifested in children and adolescents.
Description: This volume provides a state-of-the-science review of current knowledge on bipolar disorder in children. The first comprehensive text of its kind, the book covers all aspects of theory, research, and practice in this rapidly growing area. Leading clinical researchers address such topics as epidemiology, diagnosis and assessment, comorbidity, and outcomes. A range of different treatment approaches are described and evaluated, including pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, and family-based psychoeducation and support. Compelling findings are also presented on the neurobiological and genetic bases of the disorder. Throughout, the book identifies promising directions for future investigation while weighing in on key methodological questions and areas of controversy.