In the past, disruptive behavior disorders were often attributed to
a lack of willpower or general & ldquo;badness& rdquo; in
children and adolescents. Research now points to unique
neurodevelopmental underpinnings for these disorders. Neuroimaging,
genetic studies, and other neurobiological advances have furthered
our understanding of these common and frequently debilitating
disorders and have led to new treatment and prevention efforts.
"Disruptive Behavior Disorders in Children and Adolescents"
comprehensively reviews current research and clinical observations
on this timely topic. The authors look at three subtypes of
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), conduct disorder,
and oppositional defiant disorder, all of which are common among
youths and often share similar symptoms of impulse control
problems. Specifically, it covers: Cutting-edge research on the
diagnostic, epidemiological, and biological aspects of ADHD and
state-of-the-art pharmacological treatments The important role that
biological and environmental factors play in the etiology of
conduct disorders The importance of age and development in
diagnosing oppositional defiant disorder as well as practical
guidelines and treatment options for clinicians working with
patients with this disorder The similar biopsychosocial and
developmental underpinnings of disruptive behavior disorders and
the comorbidity of substance abuse or aggressive behavior with
disruptive behavior disorders Research connecting ADHD and bipolar
disorder and discusses the possible reasons for the association of
violence and mental illness in youth The etiology of disruptive
behavior disorders and effective treatment approaches, including
psychopharmacological interventions
Helpful in exploring the effect of comorbidity, resilience, and
environmental factors, this comprehensive guide proves valuable to
clinicians and families in designing effective prevention and
treatment programs.
General
| Imprint: |
American Psychiatric Publishing Inc
|
| Country of origin: |
United States |
| Release date: |
June 1999 |
| First published: |
May 1999 |
| Editors: |
Robert L. Hendren
|
| Series editors: |
John M. Oldham
(Professor and Interim ChairBarbara and Corbin Robertson Jr. Endowed Chair for Personality Disorders)
• Michelle B. Riba
|
| Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 6mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
216 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-0-88048-960-7 |
| Categories: |
Books
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|
| LSN: |
0-88048-960-X |
| Barcode: |
9780880489607 |
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