By
George Kapalka, Department of Psychological Counseling, Monmouth University, USA
Description
This volume assists practicing mental health professionals in expanding their knowledge about nutritional and herbal interventions
that can be attempted as alternatives to prescription medications. Designed to provide guidance for non-medical caregivers treating children
and adolescents who present with emotional and/or behavioral difficulties such as such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, sleep difficulties,
impulsivity, distractibility, and other psychological and psychiatric disorders, the volume provides a comprehensive discussion of naturopathic
solutions based on existing research. In areas where research is not extensive, conclusions are provided about potentially beneficial
effects based on the specific pharmacologic action of the compounds. Dosage for specific age groups, schedules of administration, dietary
considerations (i.e., whether or not to take the supplement with food), monitoring for response and adverse effects, signs of dangerous
reactions, and the need to control interactions with other compounds (i.e., prescription medications) are thoroughly reviewed with
regard to each supplement discussed in the book.
Included in series
Practical Resources for the Mental Health Professional
Audience:
Primary:Mental health clinicians (psychologists, counselors and social workers) treating children and adolescents with various
emotional and behavioral disorders.
Secondary:Psychiatrists treating children and adolescents
with an interest in naturopathic interventions; graduate students studying pediatric psychopharmacology.
