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Treating Youth with
DSM-IV Disorders
The Role of Social Skill Instruction
Dr. Michael Sterba and Tom Dowd
Papercover, 8 ½ x 11, 158 pages
Item 8012, $29.95
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For children and adolescents. Research proves it - lessons in social skills benefit behaviorally troubled youth. This comprehensive manual connects specific social skills to 43 commonly diagnosed disorders ranging from attention deficit disorder to schizophrenia. The authors highlight and offer detailed diagnostic criteria for each disorder. They suggest specific social skills that can be targeted to enhance treatment, reduce negative behavior, and build on a child's strengths. Addresses the culture and ethnicity in selecting skills for individual children. Includes examples of treatment plans from three different settings - a group home, a mental health facility, and a school. |
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DSM-IV Diagnosis in the Schools
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