Addressing Systemic Racism and Disparate Mental Health Outcomes for Youth of Color, An Issue of Child And Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics of North America, E-Book

This issue of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Clinics, guest-edited by Drs. Laura Prager, Michelle Chaney, and Craigan Usher, provides an authoritative guide to psychodynamic psychotherapy for children and adolescents. Written by leading experts, it explores a range of therapeutic approaches—including play therapy, parent work, and family therapy—and discusses applications for specific clinical conditions such as substance use disorders and personality disorders. The issue blends evidence-based research with practical, clinically oriented guidance, making it an essential resource for mental health professionals working with young patients.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage: 14 practice-oriented topics addressing historical perspectives, evidence-based approaches, and applications for various disorders.
• Focus on clinical practice: Offers actionable insights and strategies for implementing psychodynamic psychotherapy with children and adolescents.
• Special populations and conditions: Includes guidance for treating substance use disorders, personality disorders, and issues related to sexual and gender identity.
• Expert-led content: Contributions from top clinicians synthesize the latest research and practice guidelines.
• Interdisciplinary relevance: Useful for child psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and other mental health professionals working in clinical, school, or community settings.