Bipolar Disorder in Childhood and Early Adolescence - Tapa blanda

'Should be the single source that clinicians and researchers reach for to guide them in their struggle to help not only the child with bipolar disorder but also the family.' - Journal of Clinical Psychiatry

'The diagnosis is still surrounded by controversy, and this book goes a long way to clearing up many of the questions clinicians often ask... For anyone who wants to know the current information on bipolar disorder in children, both current clinical information and directions in research, this book is a must.' - Bulletin of the Menninger Clinic

This volume provides a state-of-the-science review of knowledge on bipolar disorder in children, covering all aspects of theory, research, and practice. 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 further investigation while weighing in on key methodological questions and areas of controversy.