Psychiatric Interviewing and Assessment - Softcover

Poole, Robert; Higgo, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521671191 ISBN 13: 9780521671194

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2006

Synopsis

This book will help mental health professionals to develop the fundamental generic skills in interviewing and assessment which form the foundation of psychiatric practice. It is about the process of reaching a diagnosis and is a practical guide to help the reader make the transition from novice to competent clinician. It is based on real problems encountered in modern general adult psychiatric practice, and is set in a range of environments, in the clinic and in the community. The text is punctuated by a selection of case studies to illustrate the principles highlighted in the book. This book will be essential reading for all members of the mental health team. Its practical grounding in everyday clinical experience will appeal to trainee psychiatrists and more experienced clinicians alike, as well as to nurses, social workers and psychologists.

About this title

Book Description

This book will help mental health professionals to develop the fundamental generic skills in interviewing and assessment which form the foundation of psychiatric practice. It is about the process of reaching a diagnosis and is a practical guide to help the reader make the transition from novice to competent clinician.

About the Author

Robert Poole is a community psychiatrist with an interest in the psychological, social and cultural aspects of mental illness. He has wide experience as a postgraduate educator having been a Royal College Clinical Tutor and Examiner, a University Postgraduate Tutor and Chairman of a regional psychiatric training committee.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0521671191
• ISBN 13: 9780521671194
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 240