A Compendium of Psychosocial Measures: Assessment of People with Serious Mental Illness in the Community Contributor(s): Johnson, Dale (Author) |
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ISBN: 0826118178 ISBN-13: 9780826118172 Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Binding Type: Hardcover Published: September 2009 Annotation: The book contains important, cutting-edge information and research regarding the assessment of adults with serious mental illness. A comprehensive source of assessment information, it can be used not only for outcome assessment, but also for environmental assessment and treatment planning assessment. It is almost entirely research-based with information regarding psychometric characteristics of assessment instruments included. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - General - Psychology | Assessment, Testing & Measurement - Medical | Health Care Delivery |
Dewey: 362.196 |
LCCN: 2009030956 |
Physical Information: 1.3" H x 5.9" W x 9" L (1.95 lbs) 584 pages |
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Dale Johnson brings a rare and unique assortment of skills to this enterprise. . . .he has personally been immersed in the world of severe mental illness for many years√ and adds a compendium of appropriate tools for the research community. --Harriet P. Lefley, PhD This book discusses the rationale for the selection of psychosocial measures used to assess adults with serious mental illnesses. The chapters examine the use and efficiency of various measurement tools that intend to evaluate diagnostic and functional specificity, life stressors, supportive resources, quality of life, and more. The text also analyzes external factors that are vital to clients' clinical progress and continuing community tenure, such as continuity of care, housing resources, and family measures. Key Features:
This is the ideal tool for clinicians, psychiatrists, rehabilitation professionals, and other mental health professionals working with the mentally ill in hospital or community health settings. |
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