Psychosis in Childhood and Adolescence [Paperback]

Psychosis in Childhood and Adolescenceoffers an in-depth examination of the nature of psychosis, its risk factors and its manifestations in children and adolescents who experience a continuum of emotional disorders. The chapters present a hopeful, research-based framework for treatment. They emphasize combined treatment that is based on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral psychotherapy principles, pharmacological interventions and supportive family approaches that reflect the vulnerabilities and resources of the individual child. This text highlights the importance of thorough assessment and the need for long-term treatment that facilitates the psychotic childs healthy maturation. Readers will benefit from the case examples that illustrate the complexity of psychosis and the discussions of diagnostic and treatment issues as presented by experienced clinicians and researchers.

Introduction: The Complexity of Psychosis J.B.McCarthy Part I: The Development of Psychosis 1. Contemporary Views of Psychotic Disorders J.B McCarthy 2. Cognitive Schemas, the Role of Attachment and PsychosisM.F. Voilla, A.J. Gerber3. Early Childhood Risk Factors for Autism and PsychosisK.M. Sossin Part II: Psychosis and Co-Occurring Disorders 4. Childhood Onset Schizophrenia A. Krasner, D. Winter 5. Mood Disorders and Psychosis J. B. McCarthy, Z. Dobrshi 6.Childhood Trauma and Psychosis E. HenryPart III: Treatment and Future Directions 7. Play Therapy with Psychotic and Borderline ChildrenJ.B. McCarthy, G.B. Guarton8. Core Elements of Psychodynamic TechniqueA.M. Eisenberg9. Evidence-Based Practice and Childhood PsychosisE. Kline, J. Schiffman, J. Choi, C. Laitner, J. Rogove10. Forensic Issues with Psychosis and YoulÃ"