Overview

In Adolescent Depression, psychiatrists Francis Mark Mondimore, MD, and Patrick Kelly, MD, explain that serious depression in adolescents goes beyond ""moodiness."" Depression is in fact an illness-one that can be effectively treated. The authors describe the many forms of depression and the many symptoms of depression in young people-from sadness to irritability, self-harm, drug and alcohol abuse, and violent rages. Incorporating the latest research from the field of adolescent psychiatry, this comprehensive and compassionate guide answers questions that many parents have, including: What are the symptoms of depression in teenagers? How is depression diagnosed? What is the difference between depression and bipolar disorder, and which does my child have? How can I find the best mental health professional team for my child? What kinds of counseling and psychotherapy are available? Are medications safe, and how does a doctor choose a medication for my child? What can I do if my adolescent is using alcohol, crystal meth, marijuana, or other substances? How do autism and Asperger's syndrome, eating disorders, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, ADHD, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder interact with depression? What should I do if I sense that my child is in danger? With all of this going on, how can I take care of myself?

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Author:   Francis Mark Mondimore (Director, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center) ,  Patrick Kelly (Assistant Clinical Professor-Health Sciences, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Harbor UCLA)
Publisher:   Johns Hopkins University Press
Imprint:   Johns Hopkins University Press
Edition:   second edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 2.40cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.567kg
ISBN:  

9781421417905

ISBN 10:   1421417901
Pages:   408
Publication Date:   08 February 2016
Recommended Age:   From 18
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Professional & Vocational ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

"Preface Acknowledgments Introduction Part I 1. Depression Normal and Abnormal Moods The Symptom of Depression The Syndrome of Depression Associated Symptoms of Depression Mood Disorders The Chemistry of Mood 2. Normal Adolescence and Depression in Adolescence More on Symptoms More on Adolescence When Is Depression ""Serious""? 3. The Mood Disorders of Adolescence Psychiatric Diagnosis Major Depressive Disorder Dysthymic Disorder Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Bipolar Disorder Controversies Surrounding Bipolar Affective Disorder in Children Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder More on Diagnosis The Importance of Treatment 4. Mood Disorders What Is the DSM? A Multiaxial Diagnostic System Mood Disorder Categories in the DSM Controversies in the Use of the DSM Part II 5. Medication Issues in Adolescence Pharmaceuticals and the FDA Dose Adjustments and Other Differences for Young People How Psychiatric Medications Work 6. Antidepressant Medications Tricyclic Antidepressants Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Other, New, Antidepressants Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors Antidepressant Therapy 7. Mood-Stabilizing Medications Lithium Valproate (Depakote) Carbamazepine (Tegretol) Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Other Mood Stabilizers What Do Mood Stabilizers Treat? Why, and How, to Use Mood Stabilizers in Depression 8. Other Medications and Treatments Antipsychotic Medications Controversies Benzodiazepines St. John's Wort Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil Exercise ""Medical"" Marijuana Electroconvulsive Therapy Other New Treatments 9. Counseling and Psychotherapy The ""Biology-Psychology"" Split in Psychiatry Is Psychotherapy Alone Sufficient? Is Psychotherapy Always Necessary? Matching the Psychotherapy to the Patient Choosing a Therapy and a Therapist The Psychiatrist-Psychotherapist Part III 10. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder What Is ADHD? Treatment Issues Mood Disorders and ADHD Other Medications Treatment for Your Child 11. Autism, Asperger's, and Related Disorders Autism Symptoms of Autism Autism versus Asperger's Syndrome Autism and Mood Disorders Approaches to Treatment of the Child Who Has Autism 12. Alcohol and Drug Abuse Adolescent Substance Abuse Alcohol Abuse Marijuana Abuse Amphetamines (Crystal Meth, Ecstasy, and ""Club Drugs"") Mood Disorders and Substance Abuse Treatment Issues 13. Eating Disorders Anorexia Nervosa Bulimia Nervosa Understanding Eating Disorders Mood Disorders and Eating Disorders 14. ""Cutting"" and Other Self-Harming Behaviors Self-Mutilation Adolescent Suicide 15. The Genetics of Mood Disorders Genes, Chromosomes, and DNA Genetic Diseases What We Know The Search Continues Part IV 16. Strategies for Successful Treatment Diagnosis, Diagnosis, Diagnosis Choosing the Treatment Team Eliminating Pathological Influences 17. The Role of the Family Recognizing Symptoms Getting Involved in Treatment Safety Issues Arranging Hospitalization and Involuntary Treatment Getting the Support You Need 18. Planning for Emergencies Know Whom to Call for Help Insurance Issues More on Safety 19. Looking Ahead Resources Suggested Reading Support and Advocacy Organizations Internet Resources Notes Index"

Reviews

If you have a depressed teen in your household, this book is a must-read. Examiner.com Because of its specialization, this book will provide significantly more applicable information than any general psychology text that covers a variety of mental health disorders. American Reference Books Annual The book is comprehensive and thorough at almost 400 pages, providing a wealth of information on depression and its relevance to this vulnerable group. Nursing Times

This is Dr. Mondimore's best book yet, thorough and comprehensive. He provides information that is vital for parents, pediatricians, and general practitioners trying to understand the behavioral symptoms of mood disorders in adolescents.--Sallie P. Mink, Director of Education, Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association (DRADA)

Author Information

Francis Mark Mondimore, MD, is a psychiatrist on the faculty of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and director of the Mood Disorders Clinic at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Patrick Kelly, MD, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist on the faculty of the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California-Los Angeles and director of pediatric emergency services for psychiatry at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.

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