Description
Mental Health in Social Work : A Casebook on Diagnosis and Strengths Based . "Mental Health in Social Work: A Casebook on Diagnosis and Strengths-Based Assessment" by Jacqueline Corcoran and Joseph Walsh is a textbook designed for college audiences focusing on essential clinical assessment skills for working in the mental health field. The book highlights competency in DSM-5 diagnoses of mental disorders commonly seen in clinical and social service settings, using a case-based approach to understanding clients holistically. The 3rd Edition includes new chapters on OCD, PTSD, and gender dysphoria, and additional content on socially diverse populations throughout the text. With "Questions to Consider" for making a DSM diagnosis included with each case study, this text is a valuable resource for those studying in the fields of social work, public policy, and mental health.