Psychological Management Of Schizophrenia

This book builds upon the success of Birchwood and Tarriers previous publication Innovations in the Psychological Management of Schizophrenia and offers a practical guide for mental health professionals wanting to develop and enhance their skills in these new treatment and intervention approaches. The chapters, which largely reflect work undertaken in the authors centres in Manchester and Birmingham, include:Family interventions and network supportEarly warning systems to anticipate and control relapseStrategies to control distressing symptoms such as hallucinations and delusionsMethods of improving recovery from acute psychosisAn introductory chapter reviews recent developments in psychological treatment, which are likely to achieve prominence in the coming years, including:Cognitive therapy for hallucinations and delusions, depression and suicideEarly intervention in young people with psychosisCommunity rehabilitation and cognitive-behavioural approaches to early interventionThis volume will be an invaluable asset to mental health professionals at the 'cutting edge' of community care who wish to enhance their clinical practice with up-to-date treatment approaches.

Softcover. English. Wiley. 1994. ISBN: 9780471950561. 165 pp. Fair/good. Book No: 55186