| Description |
xix, 666 pages ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Part One: Foundations of Clinical Interviewing -- An Introduction to the Clinical Interview -- Preparation -- An Overview of the Interview Process -- Part Two: Listening and Relationship Development -- Nondirective Listening Skills -- Directive Listening Skills -- Skills for Directing Clients Toward Action -- Evidence-Based Relationships -- Part Three: Structuring and Assessment -- Intake Interviewing and Report Writing -- The Mental Status Examination -- Suicide Assessment -- Diagnosis and Treatment Planning -- Part Four: Special Populations and Situations -- Challenging Clients and Demanding Situations -- Interviewing Young Clients -- Interviewing Couples and Families -- Electronic and Telephonic Interviewing -- Appendix: Extended Mental Status Examination Interview Protocol |
| Summary |
"Clinical Interviewing blends a personal and easy-to-read style with a unique emphasis on both the scientific basis and interpersonal aspects of mental health interviewing. This invaluable text provides vast insight into and practical examples of useful interviewing techniques for more effective therapy"-- Provided by publisher |
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"Clinical interviewing is the cornerstone for virtually all mental health work. It involves integrating varying degrees of psychological or psychiatric assessment and treatment. The first edition of this text was published in 1993. We remain in awe of the continuing evolution and broad practical application of clinical interviews in mental health settings"-- Provided by publisher |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 589-638) and index |
| Subject |
Interviewing in mental health
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Interviewing in psychiatry
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Medical personnel and patient
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| Author |
Sommers-Flanagan, Rita, 1953- author
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| LC no. |
2016013760 |
| ISBN |
9781119215585 (paperback) |
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1119215587 (paperback) |
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