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Psychiatric Disorders

Current Topics and Interventions for Educators

By: Paul C. McCabe, Steven R. Shaw

Written for school psychologists, counselors, administrators, and teachers, this concise, well-researched volume provides a balanced perspective on the most important psychiatric issues for educators today.

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Grade Level: K-12
ISBN: 9781412968768
Published By: Corwin
Year: 2010
Page Count: 184
Publication date: March 08, 2013

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"This book focuses on educational implications of Tourette syndrome, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, eating disorders, and other issues, as well as pediatric medications and side effects. The well-organized chapters include research reviews, educational strategies, handouts, and discussion questions and are valuable resources for school psychologists, teachers, administrators, nurses, and others."
—Patti L. Harrison, President, National Association of School Psychologists
Professor of School Psychology, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

The educator's go-to reference for important psychiatric health topics!

Increasingly, educators are called upon to address children's medical as well as mental health needs within the school setting. Based on a critical review of current research, this concise, highly practical volume outlines the most relevant psychiatric health issues for educators today.

Written for school psychologists, counselors, administrators, and teachers, this easy-to-understand resource covers:

Neuropsychiatric conditions that commonly affect children, including Tourette syndrome, bipolar/mood disorders, and anxiety disorder
Psychopharmacology, including the use of atypical antipsychotics and autism, the treatment of tardive dyskinesia in children, the medical management of ADHD, polypharmacy prescription practice, and side effects of common health medications
Dietary control and supplement use that includes dietary treatments for autism, identification and treatment of eating disorders, and use of steroids in adolescence

Featuring case studies, strategies for educators, discussion questions, glossaries, and handouts, Psychiatric Disorders provides valuable information to practitioners involved in providing differentiated instruction and educational accommodations, offering special education services, collaborating with families, working with the community, or influencing policy.

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Paul C. McCabe

Paul C. McCabe, NCSP, is an associate professor of school psychology in the School Psychologist Graduate Program at Brooklyn College of the City University of New York. McCabe is a New York State certified school psychologist, New York State licensed psychologist, and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). He serves on the editorial boards of several publications in school psychology and developmental psychology, and has consulted at state and national levels on issues of early childhood assessment and best practices, pediatric issues in schools, and training in school psychology. McCabe conducts and publishes research in early childhood social, behavioral, and language development and concomitant problems; pediatric school psychology and health issues addressed by schools; and social justice issues in training, especially training educators to advocate for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered youth. McCabe received his PhD in clinical and school psychology from Hofstra University. He holds undergraduate degrees from University of Rochester and Cazenovia College.

Steven R. Shaw

Steven R. Shaw, NCSP, is an assistant professor in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. He has been a school psychologist since 1988 with clinical and administrative experience in schools, hospitals, and independent practice. He has conducted workshops and consulted with educational policy makers to address the needs of children with borderline intellectual functioning in the US, Canada, Pakistan, Moldova, Poland, India, and Egypt. Shaw conducts and publishes research in behavior and language development in children with rare genetic disorders; resilience factors for children with risk factors for school failure, especially borderline intellectual functioning; and pediatric school psychology and health issues addressed by schools. Shaw received a PhD in school psychology from the University of Florida.

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Part I. Neuropsychiatric Conditions Affecting Children

1. Developments in Neuropsychiatric Treatment: New Challenges and Old Problems

Introduction

Linking Neurotransmitters to Behavior

Increasing Specificity of Medications

Medication Side Effects

(De-) Emphasis on Talk Therapies

Future Directions

References

2. Neurochemical Bases of Tourette Syndrome and Implications for Educators

Introduction

Glossary

Literature Review

Prevalence and Epidemiology

Clinical Phenomenology

Comorbidity

Neurochemical Bases

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Tourette Syndrome

3. Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Bipolar Disorder

Introduction

Glossary

Literature Review

Symptoms of bipolar Disorder

Differential Diagnosis

Interventions for Pediatric Bipolar Disorder

Medical Management

Psychosocial Interventions

Conclusions

Implications for Educators

School-based Interventions

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Pediatric Bipolar Disorder

4. Parental Control Effects on Separation Anxiety Disorder in Children

Introduction

Glossary

Literature Review

Behavioral Control

Parental Anxiety

Parental Affection

Discipline

Psychological Control

Cultural Differences

Parental Factors

Implications for Educators

Prevention

Intervention

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Interventions for Children with Separation Anxiety Disorder

5. Mood Disorders and Creativity

Introduction

Glossary

Literature Review

Link Between Bipolar Disorder and Creativity

Neurobiological and Genetic Model

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Use of Creative Mediums with Children and Adolescents with Mood Disorders

Part II. Psychopharmacology

6. Atypical Antipsychotic Use in Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Review for Educators

Introduction

Background

The Effects of Atypical Antipsychotic on Symptoms of ASD

Agression

Hyperactivity

Mood

Cognition

Side Effects

Clozapine

Olanzapine

Risperidone

Quetiapine

Ziprasidone

Conclusions

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Use of Atypical Antipsychotic Medication with Children and Adolescents

7. Tardive Dyskinesia with Typical and Atypical Antipsychotic Medications in Children and Adolescents

Introduction

Background

Symptoms and Prevalence

Prevalence of TD

Treatment of TD

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Quesitons

Research Summary

Handout-Tardive Dyskinesia

8. Recent Advances in the Medical Management of Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Introduction

Background

Psychostimulants

Atomoxetine

Novel and Alternative Medicines

Conclusion

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Recent Advances in the Medical Management of ADHD

9. Polypharmacy Prescription Practices in School-Aged Populations: Challenges and Considerations

Introduction

Background

Overview and Definitions

Risks Associated with Polypharmacy

Assumptions Associated with Polypharmacy

Medication Use in School-aged Populations

Medication Use within Vulnerable Populations

Prevalence of Polypharmacy in Childhood Populations

Cultural Considerations and Polypharmacy

Interventions

Combined Medication Approaches

Monitoring Combined Medication Treatments

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout- Polypharmacy Prescription Practices in School-aged Populations

10. Educational Implications of Commonly Used Pediatric Medications

Introduction

Background

Medication Issues

Non-specific Medication Side Effects

Issues Specific to Medications for Treatment of Asthma

Issues Specific to Medications for Pain and Fever

Issues Specific to Medications for Cough and Colds

Implications for Educators

Assessment

Intervention

Advocacy and Education

Conclusion

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout- Medication Effects in Children

Part III. Diatary Control and Supplement Use

11. Dietary Modification in the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Introduction

Background

The GFCF Diet

Research Limitations

Conclusion

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Dietary Modification: The Gluten-Free Casein-Free Diet

12. The Prevention and Intervention of Eating Disorders

Introduction

Background

Etiology Research Brief

Neurological Findings

Other Contributing Factors

Prevention and Intervention Support

Eating Disorder Prevention Practices and the Three Tiered Service Delivery Model

Universal Prevention

Targeted Prevention

Identify At-risk Individuals

Make Referrals/Be Aware of Resources

Intervention Overview

Implications for Educators

School Reintegration

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Prevention and Intervention of Eating Disorders

13. Steroids in Adolescents: The Cost of Achieving the Physical Ideal

Introduction

Background

Steroid Use and Effects

Gender-specific Health Risks

Physiological Health Risks

Psychological and Behavioral Risks and Effects

Withdrawal

Prevalence of Steroid Use

Reasons for Steroid Use

Typology 1: Sports and Physical Performance Improvement

Typology 2: Appearance

Typology 3: Illicit Drug Use and Other Risky, Sensation-Seeking Behaviors

Implications for Educators

Educational Strategies

Discussion Questions

Research Summary

Handout-Anabolic Steroid Use Among Adolescents

Appendix

Glossary

References

Index

Reviews

"Paul McCabe and Steven Shaw have provided an essential and comprehensive resource for school personnel. The prodigious three volumes are a critical presentation of the expansive range of student issues that confront educators and student support specialists."

Katy Olweiler, Counselor
Lakeside School, Seattle, WA

"This book focuses on educational implications of Tourette syndrome, biopolar disorder, mood disorders, eating disorders, and other issues, as well as pediatric medications and side effects. The well-organized chapters include research reviews, educational strategies, handouts, and discussion questions and are valuable resources for school psychologists, teachers, administrators, nurses, and others."

Patti L. Harrison, President, National Association of School Psychologists
Professor of School Psychology, The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

"Provides an excellent summary of neuropsychiatric disorders of children (e.g., ADHD, mood disorders, Tourette disorder, etc.) and their pharmacological treatment. What is unique is the discussion of the ongoing tension between psychopharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches to addressing these issues and the role of educators in supporting children with neuropsychiatric conditions. This book represents a well-rounded and even-handed approach to some very controversial issues and provides a variety of strategies that educators can use in addressing the psychiatric issues they face most often."

John E. Desrochers, Editor, Communique
School Psychologist, Westport Public Schools, CT

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