The Clinical Assessment Workbook: Balancing Strengths and Differential Diagnosis

Case examples of many psychiatric disorders are presented for students taking courses in abnormal psychology, clinical assessment, psychopathology, and the DSM-IV-TR. Each section on a specific category of disorders describes symptom patterns and discusses the potential impact of behaviors consistent with the diagnosis on an individual's support system. Diversity issues are considered, and suggestions are given for handling emergency situations. The authors are affiliated with the University of Texas-Austin. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR