James Morrison
The First Interview, Fourth Edition
- ISBN 13:
- 9781462529834
- author:
- James Morrison
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Guilford Press 4 edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 741
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.5 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Medical & Healthcare Practitioners, Nursing, James Morrison,The First Interview, Fourth Edition,Guilford Press,1462529836,Psychiatry & Clinical Psychology: Professional,Clinical Psychology,Psychiatry - General,Social Work,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The First Interview by James Morrison provides a comprehensive framework for conducting effective interviews with adult patients about their mental health. With over 15,000 patients under his care, Morrison has distilled his experience into a trusted resource and course text that guides practitioners in selecting the best strategy for any clinical situation.
This edition has been revised to align with the DSM-5, incorporating updated resources and suggested readings. The book offers practical advice on building rapport, overcoming common challenges, and communicating findings, as well as a detailed semistructured interview and self-assessment tool for interviewers.
Purchasers also gain access to a downloadable Web page featuring reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. This edition is an essential resource for mental health professionals seeking to improve their diagnostic skills and provide effective care for patients.