In this new book, leading experts in the field of child and adolescent consultation-liaison psychiatry present a practical guide for mental health professionals consulting in hospitals, schools, and the juvenile justice system. It is designed to aid the psychiatrist or psychologist in becoming an effective case consultant, as well as a practical-minded educator sought by mental health professionals in other disciplines.

"Child and Adolescent Mental Health Consultation in Hospitals, Schools, and Courts" is comprised of three sections, each covering the following subject areas: - Characteristics of each system and the professionals who work in that setting - The logistics of consultation - Typical problems encountered - Suggested interventions

This work offers a consideration of the nature of intelligence, cultural disadvantage and educational programmes for the culturally different. In this longitudinal study, profiles of development and expression of competencies are presented.

This work offers a consideration of the nature of intelligence, cultural disadvantage, educational programs for culturally different people. In this longitudinal study, profiles of development and expression of competencies are presented.