Serious Emotional Disturbance in Children and Adolescents

"Originally developed to treat antisocial behavior, multisystemic therapy (MST) has emerged as a leading evidence-based treatment for serious emotional disturbance in children and adolescents. This clearly written manual presents the MST approach to working with this challenging population. Illustrated with extensive case examples, the book offers a time- and cost-effective framework for providing needed help to families who typically face multiple stressors and may encounter a number of barriers to treatment. Included are detailed protocols for assessment and treatment planning; guidelines for providing collaborative, ecologically oriented interventions; and methods for monitoring outcomes and enhancing professional accountability. Grounded in over 20 years of influential clinical research, this book provides vital information for all agencies and practitioners serving families at risk.". "Practical and authoritative, this volume belongs on the desks of clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and other clinicians working with children and families; agency administrators and policy makers; clinical researchers; and students training in the use of evidence-based mental health treatments. It may serve as a text in graduate-level courses and MST training seminars."--BOOK JACKET.