Diagnosis Made Easier, First Edition: Principles and Techniques for Mental Health CliniciansThis authoritative, user-friendly book offers a complete introduction to the art and science of mental health diagnosis. Meeting a key need for students and novice clinicians, James Morrison, the author of the bestselling DSM-IV Made Easy, systematically takes the reader through every step of the process. He provides clear-cut principles and decision trees for evaluating information from a variety of sources and for constructing a valid working diagnosis that serves as a foundation for treatment. Special features include quick-reference tables, sidebars explaining key concepts, and over 100 case examples that bring the approach to life. |
Contents
The Road to Diagnosis | 3 |
The Diagnostic Method | 14 |
Putting It Together | 37 |
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