Treating Abused Adolescents

Treating Abused Adolescents
Author: Eliana Gil
Publisher: Guilford Press
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1996-06-01
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9781572301153

With compassion and wisdom born of vast clinical experience, Eliana Gil's new book offers practical, step-by-step guidance for mental health professionals, demonstrating how they can communicate and work more effectively with adolescents who have suffered from abuse. Her book describes the impact of abuse on development, shows how "acting out" can be understood as a bid for attention and help, and details specific ways a therapist can overcome obstacles in treatment.

Treating Sexual Abuse and Trauma with Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Treating Sexual Abuse and Trauma with Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Author: Vanessa Houdek
Publisher: Charles C Thomas Publisher
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2017-03-20
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0398091595

This workbook was written to promote a standard in the field for clinicians to increase confidence, competence, and effectiveness in addressing child sexual abuse and trauma treatment with children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities. The workbook is divided into two parts: the first part is focused on research and education regarding trauma treatment, developmental disabilities, and a module for treatment within this population, while the second part of the workbook presents examples of interventions, worksheets, and therapeutic activities for use with clients. Disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome or Effects are reviewed in this manual. Additionally, motor, communication, sensory, and feeding problems are briefly discussed. This manual is not intended to provide detailed information on all developmental disabilities but rather provide a general overview of more common developmental disorders to increase understanding of assessment and treatment interventions discussed. It is intended for use with individuals with a moderate to high functioning level.The workbook can be used as a guide for masters and doctoral-level clinicians who are either licensed or are in training and under the supervision of a licensed mental health professional. It will also be a valuable resource for researchers, scholars, special educators, counselors, social workers, and professionals who work with sexual abuse survivors.

Child Sexual Abuse

Child Sexual Abuse
Author: Esther Deblinger
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 577
Release: 2015
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0199358745

Based on over 25 years of research supported by grants from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), the National Center on Child Abuse and Neglect (NCCAN), and other funding sources, Child Sexual Abuse describes a premier empirically supported treatment approach for children, adolescents, and non-offending parents/caregivers impacted by child sexual abuse

Techniques and Issues in Abuse-Focused Therapy with Children & Adolescents

Techniques and Issues in Abuse-Focused Therapy with Children & Adolescents
Author: Sandra Wieland
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1998-09-22
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780761904823

This text presents the many challenges for the therapists working with children and adolescents who have suffered abuse. It covers the reluctance of victims to talk about the abuse, helping victims to work through resistance, and more.

Treating Sexually Abused Children and Their Nonoffending Parents

Treating Sexually Abused Children and Their Nonoffending Parents
Author: Esther Deblinger
Publisher: SAGE Publications, Incorporated
Total Pages: 280
Release: 1996
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

Empirical evidence increasingly indicates that cognitive-behavioural therapy techniques can be used successfully to treat clients who have been sexually abused. An ideal guide for practitioners of any theoretical orientation, this practical manual has been designed specifically for therapists who want to use this approach to treat sexually abused children and their non-offending parents. The authors illustrate theoretically sound treatment using sample therapist-client dialogue, examples and exercises. Issues explored include: gradual exposure; modelling; coping skills training; education regarding sexuality, sexual abuse and personal safety skills; and behaviour management skills. Deblinger and Heflin skilfully introduce h

Treatment of Child Abuse

Treatment of Child Abuse
Author: Robert M. Reece
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2005-04-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780801881824

"Highly recommended for expert and beginner alike. It is well written, well organized, easy to read, and packed with useful information." -- Child Abuse & Neglect "This book represents a milestone in expanding the resource base for professionals working in the child abuse field." -- Journal of Child and Family Studies

Treating Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents

Treating Traumatic Stress in Children and Adolescents
Author: Margaret E. Blaustein
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2019
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1462537057

Packed with practical clinical tools, this guide explains how to plan and organize individualized interventions that promote resilience, strengthen child-caregiver relationships, and restore developmental competencies derailed by chronic, multiple stressors. Includes more than 45 reproducibles.

Substance Abuse in Adolescents and Young Adults

Substance Abuse in Adolescents and Young Adults
Author: Joseph Nowinski
Publisher: W W Norton & Company Incorporated
Total Pages: 246
Release: 1990
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780393700978

Substance Abuse in Adolescents and Young Adults discusses the special problems of substance abuse in people from 13 to 23, and provides advice on setting up treatment programs for young people and their families.

Treating Adolescents

Treating Adolescents
Author: Hans Steiner
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 496
Release: 2015-02-03
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1118961692

A unique guide to adolescent psychopathology, using adevelopmental approach Treating Adolescents is a comprehensive guide toadolescent mental health care, synthesizing evidence-based practiceand practice-based perspectives to give providers the best adviceavailable. By limiting the discussion to disorders which appearduring adolescence, this useful manual can delve more deeply intoeach to present extensive evidence and practice-based rationalesfor approaching a range of psychopathologies. This edition has beenrevised to reflect the changes in the DSM-5 and the ICD-10, withentirely new chapters on ADHD, learning and executive function,bipolar and mood disorders, sleep disorders, and suicide andself-injury. Coverage includes non-therapy interventions, such aspharmacological and environmental. The discussion of schizophreniaand psychotic disorders includes adolescent presentations ofPervasive Developmental Disorders and their relationship toclassical schizophrenia. In a developmental approach to adolescent psychopathology,different treatments are carefully integrated and matched topathogenic processes in an effort to disrupt causal loops. Thisbook provides in-depth guidance for providers seeking well-roundedtreatment plans, with detailed explanations and expert insight. Understand disruptive behaviors and ADHD more deeply Treat anxiety, depression, and mood disorders moreeffectively Handle psychiatric traumas and related psychopathologies Delve into substance abuse, self-harm, eating disorders, andmore Current scholarship favors developmental approaches topsychopathology and supports an emphasis on integrated treatmentpackages, including environmental, biologic, and psychologicalinterventions. With full integration of practice and research,Treating Adolescents is a comprehensive reference forconstructing a complete treatment strategy.

Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents

Treating Trauma and Traumatic Grief in Children and Adolescents
Author: Judith A. Cohen
Publisher: Guilford Press
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2006-06-23
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1606238485

This is the authoritative guide to conducting trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), a systematic, evidence-based treatment for traumatized children and their families. Provided is a comprehensive framework for assessing posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and other symptoms; developing a flexible, individualized treatment plan; and working collaboratively with children and parents to build core skills in such areas as affect regulation and safety. Specific guidance is offered for responding to different types of traumatic events, with an entire section devoted to grief-focused components. Useful appendices feature resources, reproducible handouts, and information on obtaining additional training. TF-CBT has been nationally recognized as an exemplary evidence-based program. See also the edited volume Trauma-Focused CBT for Children and Adolescents: Treatment Applications for more information on tailoring TF-CBT to children's varying developmental levels and cultural backgrounds.