Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention: Promoting Child and Youth Well-Being

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This book presents and integrates innovative ways in which the disciplines of school, clinical, and counseling psychology conceptualize and approach mental health assessment, prevention, and intervention for promoting child and youth well-being. It describes a synthesized model of clinical reasoning across school, clinical, and counseling psychology that demonstrates how decisions are made with respect to assessment, prevention, and intervention across situational contexts to ensure successful outcomes for children and youth. In addition, the volume examines theoretical,empirical, and practical frameworks and methods with respect to addressing the mental health and well-being needs of children and adolescents within and across school, clinical, and counseling psychology disciplines. In addition, the book presents transformative, constructivist, multicultural, innovative, and evidenced-based approaches for working with children and youth as well as their families relative to the identification of mental health concerns, enhanced service system integration, social justice and advocacy. This book is an essential resource for researchers, clinicians, therapists, practitioners, and graduate students in clinical , counselling,and school psychology, social work, educational psychology, child and adolescent psychiatry, developmental psychology, pediatrics and all interrelated disciplines. Preface Purpose of this Book Rationale for this Book Organization of this Book Unique Features of the Book Acknowledgments Contents Contributors Chapter 1: Introduction: Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention—Promoting Child and Youth Well-Being Introduction Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach Approach to Mental Health Assessment Prevention and Intervention Conclusion References Part I: School Psychology: Mental Health Assessment, Prevention and Intervention: Promoting Child and Youth Well-Being Chapter 2: Integrating Theory, Research, and Practice in School Psychology: A Legacy Chapter Introduction My Beginnings as a Researcher and Scholar My Journey Relative to My Research and Scholarship My Research and Scholarship Highlights and Significant Learnings: Theoretical and Empirical Insights from My Work My Insights and Practical Applications From My Research and Scholarship My Insights About Clinical Reasoning, Assessment, Prevention, Intervention, and Mental Health Current Perspectives and Implications From My Research and Practice Future Research and Practice Applications References Chapter 3: Mental Health, Culture, and School Misfits: An Approach for Creating Solutions for Children Who Do Not Fit into a Majority Society Guiding Framework/Theoretical Approach for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Perspectives and Approaches Relative to Mental Health Assessment Case Studies Referral Question #1: What Diagnoses Were Considered and What Is the Diagnostic Basis for the Behaviors Noted? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Referral Question #2: What Are the Contributing Factors (e.g., Timing, Learned Behaviors, and Life Experiences) to the Child’s Well-Being (e.g., Psychological and School Life)? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Referral Question #3: What Role Do Trust, Stress, Motivation, and Need for Control Play in the Child’s Life? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Referral Question #4: Are the Behaviors Noted a Function of or Exacerbated by Cultural and Linguistic Differences? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Referral Question #5: Is the Child Amenable to Behavioral Change? What Would Behavior Change Require? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Referral Question #6: What Specific Domain (e.g., Behavior, Academic Subject Area) or Environmental (e.g., School, Home, Work, Vocational, Extra-Curricular, Peer Group) Interventions Are Recommended? Case Excerpt Reasoning Strategy Answer Perspectives and Approaches to Mental Health Prevention and Intervention Conclusion References Chapter 4: Screening and Assessment of Mental Health Problems in Students: Using an Integrated Assessment-to-Intervention Approach to Enhance Integrated Care Clinical Reasoning Model for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Perspectives and Approaches to Mental Health Assessment Need for Integrated Assessment Screening and Comprehensive Assessment Perspectives and Approaches to Mental Health Prevention and Intervention Cross-Sector Collaboration Student and Family Engagement Training and Supporting School Personnel Using Assessment Data to Inform Intervention Care Planning Demonstration of an Assessment-to-Intervention Approach: A Case Study Outcome Measurement Determining Resource Allocation Quality Indicators Conclusions References Chapter 5: Skill-by-Treatment Interaction: Increasing the Likelihood for Success in Reading and Math Guiding Framework/Theoretical Approach for Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Reading Development Math Development Instructional Level Learning Hierarchy Clinical Reasoning Model for Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Step 1: Select Skill-Based Assessments Step 2.1: Specific Domains—Tier 2 Step 2.2: Phase of Learning—Tier 3 Step 3: Select the Intervention Step 4: Continuous Progress Monitoring Perspectives and Approaches Relative to School Psychology Assessment Perspectives and Approaches to Prevention and Intervention Case Studies Tier 2 Tier 3 Conclusion References Chapter 6: Clinical Reasoning for Psychological Assessment of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Children and Adolescents Guiding Framework/Theoretical Approach for Mental Health Assessment Goals of Psychological Assessment Understanding Students’ Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviors in Context Providing Recommendations for Academic and Mental Health Prevention and Intervention Communication of Assessment Results with Key Stakeholders Strategies for Assessing Academic and Mental Health Challenges Interviews to Obtain a Developmental, Educational, and Health History Assessment of Cognitive Abilities and Academic Achievement Assessment of Mental Health: Social, Emotional, and Behavioral Functioning Feedback Interviews Psychological Reports Clinical Formulation: Putting it All Together Case Study: Ali, Age 11 Conclusion References Chapter 7: Thematic Integration of Child and Youth Mental Health Practice in School Psychology Guiding Framework/Theoretical Approach for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Clinical Reasoning Model for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Perspectives and Approaches Relative to Mental Health Assessment Conclusion References Part II: Clinical Psychology: Mental Health Assessment, Prevention and Intervention: Promoting Child and Youth Well-Being Chapter 8: Factors Within Families and Their Ecological Contexts That Shape Their Health and Well-Being: A Legacy Chapter My Beginnings as a Researcher and Scholar My Research and Scholarship Journey Theoretical and Empirical Insights from My Work Significant Learnings and Developments from My Work Practical Applications from My Research and Scholarship Insights About Clinical Reasoning, Assessment, Prevention, Intervention, and Mental Health The Centrality of Culture and Self-Reflection From Cultural Competency to Cultural Safety, Anti-oppression, and Social Justice Unpacking Implicit Assumptions and Understanding Social Forces Is Empowering Expand the Vision of Psychological Practice My Current Perspectives and Future Research and Scholarship Plans Conclusion References Chapter 9: Best Mental Health Practices in Clinical Psychology: Does the Doctor Really Know What’s Best? Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach The Quality of Clinical Practice Guidelines Approach to Mental Health Assessment Case Study Implications for Prevention and Intervention Conclusion References Chapter 10: Psychosocial Interventions for Peer Relationship Problems in Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Guiding Framework Factor 1: Problematic Social Behaviors in Children with ADHD Factor 2: Social Dynamics in the Peer Group Clinical Reasoning Model Factor 1: Problematic Social Behaviors in Children with ADHD Factor 2: Social Dynamics in the Peer Group Considerations for Clinical Practice Approach to Mental Health (Psychosocial) Assessment Assessing Peer Relationship Problems Factor 1: Problematic Social Behaviors in Children with ADHD Factor 2: Social Dynamics in the Peer Group Perspectives and Approaches to Prevention and Intervention Factor 1: Problematic Social Behaviors in Children with ADHD Factor 2: Social Dynamics in the Peer Group Case Study Conclusion References Chapter 11: Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Children and Youth: The Role of Parenting and Child Temperament and Implications for Early Identification and Prevention Guiding Framework What Is Temperament? Models of Temperament Specific Trait-Like Vulnerabilities to Mood and Anxiety Issues Parenting and Child Temperament Clinical Reasoning Approach (Model) Precursor/Predisposition Models Person-by-Environment Models Consequences/Scar Models of Temperament and Psychopathology Pathoplasty Models of Temperament and Personality State Versus Trait Models of Temperament/Personality and Depression Summary of Temperament-Psychopathology Research Approach to Mental Health Assessment Assessment and Early Identification of Personality and Temperament of Those at Risk and Treatment of Maladaptive Temperament Prevention, Intervention, and Prediction of Treatment Response Prevention of Depression and Anxiety via Targeting Temperament Interventions for Depression and Anxiety That Target Personality or Temperament Summary of Temperament-Based Prevention and Intervention Prediction of Treatment Response A Case Study of Self-Criticism in Depression and Anxiety Summary and Conclusion References Chapter 12: Nurturance, Structure, and Child Externalizing Behaviors: Working with Parents to Support Children and Families Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach Approach to Mental Health Assessment Prevention Intervention Case Study Conclusion References Chapter 13: Thematic Integration of Child and Youth Mental Health Practice in Clinical Psychology Introduction Guiding Framework/Theoretical Approach for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Clinical Reasoning Models for Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention Perspectives and Approaches Relative to Mental Health Assessment, Treatment, and Prevention Overview, Future Directions, and Conclusion References Part III: Counselling Psychology: Mental Health Assessment, Prevention and Intervention—Promoting Child and Youth Well-Being Chapter 14: A Legacy of Counselling Psychology and Social Justice: Understanding and Promoting Mental Health Through Consultation and Systemic Change Research and Scholarly Journey Perspectives and Implications of My Work: My Canadian Journey Perspectives and Implications of My Work: Contributions Outside of North America Significant Learning and Developments Insights from My Work: The Importance of Advocacy and Innovative Leadership Practical Applications Insights About Clinical Reasoning, Assessment and Practice in Organizational Consultation: The Integrated Social Justice Consultation Model Future Research and Scholarship: Plans and Directions Conclusion References Chapter 15: Humanistic Empirical Assessment with Children, Youth, and Families Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach Approach to Mental Health Assessment Integrating Empirical Assessment into the Process of Counseling: Therapeutic Opportunities The Referral Question Informed Consent Planning & Structuring Empirical Assessment Evaluation and Synthesis: Score Meaning Making Communication of Findings Case Study Conclusion References Chapter 16: Promoting Mental Health and Well-Being in Children and Adolescents: The Intersection of Positive Psychology and Counseling Psychology Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach: The Strengths-Based Inclusive Theory of Psychotherapy Core Assumptions Theoretical Propositions The Therapeutic Process Therapeutic Goals Therapist and Client Roles and Relationship Approach to Mental Health Assessment Mental Health Prevention and Intervention Developmental Considerations Classification of Positive Psychological Interventions Common Positive Psychology Intervention Approaches Case Study Abbreviated Background Assessments Used Interventions Used Conclusion Appendix A: Comprehensive Model of Positive Psychological Assessment Intake–Child/Adolescent Form Appendix B: Comprehensive Model of Positive Psychological Assessment Semi-Structured Clinical Interview Background Information Medical History Emotional Functioning Social Functioning and Environmental Variables Substance Use Trauma and Stressors Psychological Services Goals/Hope Appendix C: Comprehensive Model of Positive Psychological Assessment Report Template References Chapter 17: A Humanistic Approach to Mental Health Assessment, Evaluation, and Measurement-Based Care Guiding Frameworks Collaborative/Therapeutic Assessment (C/TA) and Measurement-Based Care (MBC) Clinical Reasoning Why Collaborative/Therapeutic Assessment (C/TA)? C/TA Processes and Outcomes Prevention and Intervention Measurement-Based Care (MBC) in Clinical Practice History and Empirical Basis Studies of the MBC Process Approach to Mental Health Assessment and MBC Getting Started Case Study The Case of Alex Conclusion Can Psychological Assessment and Testing Actually Be Collaborative and Humanistic in Nature? How Can Test Results Be Therapeutically (and Ethically) Integrated into Clinical Practice? As Clinicians, Why Should We Care About Measuring Clients’ Treatment Progress? Doesn’t MBC Negatively Affect Treatment? What Is the Best, Most Effective Way to Practice MBC? References Chapter 18: Career Development and Mental Health Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention for Children and Adolescents Guiding Framework Work and Mental Health History of Career Development Psychology and Importance to Mental Health Lapan’s Integrative Contextual Model of Career Development Clinical Reasoning Model and Approach to Assessment Perspectives and Approaches to Mental Health Prevention and Intervention Case Example Summary and Conclusion References Chapter 19: Thematic Integration of Child and Youth Mental Health Practice in Counseling Psychology Introduction Guiding Frameworks and Clinical Reasoning Approaches Approaches to Mental Health Assessment Approaches to Prevention and Intervention Future Directions and Conclusion References Chapter 20: Conclusion: Thematic Integration of Child and Youth Mental Health Practice Across School, Clinical, and Counseling Psychology Guiding Framework Clinical Reasoning Approach Mental Health Assessment Approach Prevention and Intervention Index