Child and Adolescent Psychopathology for School Psychology: A Practical Approach (EPUB)

By PhD Diamanduros, Terry, NCSP Tysinger, P. Dawn, PhD, NCSP Tysinger, Jeffrey A., PhD, ABPP Fenning, Pamela A., PhD

This is the only text to address child and adolescent psychopathology from the viewpoint of the school psychologist. Integrating, comparing, and distinguishing DSM-5 diagnoses from IDEA disability classifications, it provides a comprehensive overview of mental health conditions in this population. This book addresses the impact of these conditions at school and at home, along with a description of practical, evidence-based educational and mental health interventions that can be implemented in school environments. It addresses the role of the school psychologist and details a variety of educational supports and school-based mental health services as they apply to specific conditions.

This resource provides comprehensive coverage of school psychologists’ responsibilities, including assessment, educational and skill-based interventions and supports, consulting with key stakeholders, and advocacy. Case studies address classification issues and varied approaches psychologists can use to support students. Chapters provide a variety of features to reinforce knowledge, including quick facts, discussion questions, and sources for additional resources. Instructor’s ancillaries include instructor’s manual, test questions, and mapping to NASP domains as well as PowerPoints and a test bank. Purchase includes digital access for use on most mobile devices or computers.

Key Features:

• Provides a school psychological approach to addressing a full gamut of child/adolescent mental health problems at school and at home

• Integrates, compares, and distinguishes DSM-5 diagnoses, IDEA disability classifications and other legal protections (i.e., Section 504) for each disorder

• Covers the impact of various disorders on a child’s ability to learn and function in the classroom

• Addresses practical, evidence-based educational supports and school-based mental health services suited to specific disorders

• Includes case studies addressing classification issues and delineating practical student supports

Product Details

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09DV8423N
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Springer Publishing Company; 1st edition (February 23, 2022)
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 23, 2022
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
• Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe