Complete Mental Health Directory, 2006: A Comprehensive Source Book For Individals And Professionals

Written in clear, accessible language, this reference provides up-to-date coverage of 27 specific mental health disorders--with a separate section devoted to pediatric and adolescent issues. Each chapter in the first section opens with an overview of the symptoms, prevalence, and treatment options for a particular type of disorder, followed by a list of relevant resources (associations, support groups, etc.) . The remaining eight sections provide contact information for additional resources such as federal agencies, treatment facilities, and pharmaceutical companies. The 2006 edition features new chapters on Asperger's Syndrome and Factitious Disorder. Annotation 2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)