20 Best Books For Mental Health Professionals (2023 Update)

"'this book fills a tremendous void…' wrote e. fuller torrey, m.d., about the first edition of i am not sick, i don't need help! twenty years later, it still does. dr. amador's research on poor insight was inspired by his success helping his brother henry, who had schizophrenia, accept treatment. like tens of millions of others diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and addictions, henry did not believe he was ill. in this latest edition, all chapters have been updated with new research on anosognosia (lack of insight) and much more detail on leap. readers will find expanded guidance on how to learn and use leap. new advice, relying on lessons learned from tens of thousands of leap seminar participants, is given to help readers quickly and effectively use dr. amador's method for helping someone accept treatment. is not just a reference for mental health practitioners and criminal justice professionals. it is a must-read guide for family members whose loved ones are battling mental illness and addictions.

The pace of life is making us exhausted. in his new book, national bestselling author dr. john delony provides a clear, five-step path to being well. – you'll learn how to: redefine what trauma is and how to identify it in your life. – grieve and heal from past hurt and trauma. – make friends as an adult–it's not easy, but it is necessary. – change your thoughts–it's possible. – assess and evaluate your actions–these can change too. – you'll laugh. you'll cry. your thoughts and actions will be challenged. and if you take the steps john outlines, you'll learn how to leave the past where it belongs and get on the path to healing.

Live more positively with simple exercises based in cognitive behavioral therapy not every mental health struggle involves a life-altering event or an official diagnosis, but that doesn't mean it can't take a toll on your life and happiness. the cbt workbook for mental health shows you how to cultivate your sense of calm and confidence through the power of cognitive behavioral therapy. with expert advice, you'll learn how to use cbt to bounce back from tough times–no matter how big or small. this cbt workbook features: specific solutions–build a range of coping skills with chapters devoted to common issues: relationships and communication, anxiety, anger, stress, guilt, shame, cravings, and self-esteem.simple exercises–the prompts and exercises in this cbt workbook only take between 10 and 30 minutes, so you can find time to practice them even on your busiest days.cbt for everyone–discover how cbt works and what makes it so popular, with a range of exercises that help improve general emotional wellness. learn the skills to maintain your inner peace and emotional well-being every day with the cbt workbook for mental health.

Discover an empowering new way of understanding your multifaceted mind—and healing the many parts that make you who you are.is there just one “you”? yet dr. richard schwartz’s research now challenges this “mono-mind” theory. “all of us are born with many sub-minds—or parts,” says dr. “these parts are not imaginary or symbolic. they are individuals who exist as an internal family within us—and the key to health and happiness is to honor, understand, and love every part.” dr. schwartz’s internal family systems (ifs) model has been transforming psychology for decades. with no bad parts, you’ll learn why ifs has been so effective in areas such as trauma recovery, addiction therapy, and depression treatment—and how this new understanding of consciousness has the potential to radically change our lives. here you’ll explore: – the ifs revolution—how honoring and communicating with our parts changes our approach to mental wellness – overturning the cultural, scientific, and spiritual assumptions that reinforce an outdated mono-mind model – the ego, the inner critic, the saboteur—making these often-maligned parts into powerful allies – burdens—why our parts become distorted and stuck in childhood traumas and cultural beliefs – how ifs demonstrates human goodness by revealing that there are no bad parts – the self—discover your wise, compassionate essence of goodness that is the source of healing and harmony – exercises for mapping your parts, accessing the self, working with a challenging protector, identifying each part’s triggers, and moreifs is a paradigm-changing model because it gives us a powerful approach for healing ourselves, our culture, and our planet. as dr. schwartz teaches, “our parts can sometimes be disruptive or harmful, but once they’re unburdened, they return to their essential goodness.

Discover simple yet powerful steps you can take to overcome emotional distress–and feel happier, calmer, and more confident. this life-changing book has already helped more than 1,200,000 readers use cognitive-behavioral therapy–one of today's most effective forms of psychotherapy–to conquer depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, guilt, shame, low self-esteem, eating disorders, substance abuse, and relationship problems. revised and expanded to reflect significant scientific developments of the past 20 years, the second edition contains numerous new features: expanded content on anxiety; chapters on setting personal goals and maintaining progress; happiness rating scales; gratitude journals; innovative exercises focused on mindfulness, acceptance, and forgiveness; 25 new worksheets; and much more. mind over mood will help you:*learn proven, powerful, practical strategies to transform your life. *follow step-by-step plans to overcome depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, and shame. *set doable personal goals and track your progress (you can photocopy the worksheets from the book or download and print additional copies). *practice your new skills until they become second nature. cited as “the most influential cognitive-behavioral therapy publication” by the british association for behavioural and cognitive psychotherapies and included in the uk national health service bibliotherapy program. winner (second place)–american journal of nursing book of the year award, consumer health category see also the spanish-language edition: el control de tu estado de ánimo, segunda edición. plus, mental health professionals, see also the clinician's guide to cbt using mind over mood, second edition.

Please note a newer edition of this book is now available titled, dsm-5-tr insanely simplified: unlocking the spectrums within dsm-5-tr and icd-10the release of the diagnostic and statistical manual version 5 (dsm-5) marked one of the biggest changes to the field of mental health diagnosis in over 20 years. dsm-5 insanely simplified provides a summary of key concepts of the new diagnostic schema including a section on using icd-10. dsm-5 insanely simplified utilizes a variety of devices to help clinicians memorize complex criteria and ideas about the different diagnoses. cartoons, mnemonic devices, and summary tables allow clinicians and students to quickly grasp and retain broad concepts and subtle nuances related to psychiatric diagnosis. dsm-5 insanely simplified fosters quick mastery of the most important concepts introduced in dsm-5 while offering an entirely new way of looking at mental health along a continuum. this new approach avoids simply "labeling" clients, but rather places their symptoms along spectrums that range from normal to problematic. mental health professionals as well as laymen interested in a deeper understanding of emotional well-being will appreciate the synthesis of theoretical psychology and modern diagnosis. – dr. steven buser has taught principles of psychiatric diagnosis to medical students as well as psychiatry residents. his effort to provide an easy to remember schema led him to develop the idea of diagnoses along a spectrum long before dsm-5 introduced this concept. dsm-5 insanely simplified borrowed heavily from dr. buser's earlier efforts while making sure to incorporate specific changes that characterize the dsm-5. in addition to his current practice in addiction psychiatry, dr. buser is the publisher of chiron publications and is the co-founder of the asheville jung center. – dr. len cruz has been editing and writing for years. in collaboration with dr. buser, he wrote the manuscript for dsm-5 insanely simplified. he admits that over the years his tastes progressed from archie comics and mad magazine to freud for beginners. naturally, the opportunity to co-author a serious book on dsm-5 and icd-10 utilizing cartoons was irresistible. in addition to his practice of psychiatry, dr. cruz is the editor-in-chief of chiron publications and is the co-founder of the asheville jung center. – luke sloan was a 5th grade student in asheville, nc when he completed the illustrations for this book. when he's not drawing, luke enjoys playing soccer, reading books, snow-skiing, and just plain having fun! inner the apa did not participate in the preparation of this book.

Build a broad fundamental knowledge of mental health concepts and disorders with foundations of mental health care, 6th edition – perfect for students, nurses, and other health care providers. this market-leading text features new psychotropic drug content and concise explanations of adaptive and maladaptive behaviors, as well as descriptions of the most current therapeutic interventions and treatments for mental health conditions. it helps you work comfortably with clients who exhibit a wide range of maladaptive human behaviors, and apply the concepts of holistic care when assisting clients in developing more effective attitudes and behaviors. sample client care plans address how members of the health care team work collaboratively to meet client needs. realistic case studies illustrate chapter concepts, strengthen critical thinking, and ensure you consider psychosocial aspects of therapeutic care. critical thinking boxes include practice scenarios and contain thought-provoking client issues and questions that stimulate critical thinking. cultural consideration boxes highlight cultural issues and encourage you to attend to the mental health needs of culturally diverse clients. drug alert boxes focus attention on medication issues and identify the risks and possible adverse reactions of psychotherapeutic medications. numbered chapter objectives provide a framework for the chapter content and the accompanying teach lesson plans. new! content on the impact of the affordable care act on mental health coverage and treatment informs you of the most current treatment options. new! up-to-date coverage of the latest psychotropic medications emphasizes the most recent findings in safe pharmaceutical treatment in mental health care. expanded and new! increased coverage of mental health surrounding mass violence keeps you up to date on the latest issues and approaches to treatment. updated! current content on mental health issues and returning war veterans highlights mental health disorders affecting this population. new! discusses emerging mental health issues surrounding usage of electronic devices and the internet, such as addiction. new! addresses updated dsm 5 diagnoses within appropriate chapters to ensure you have the latest information on new mental health diagnoses recognized by the american psychiatric association.

Rich with compelling case material, this hands-on workbook helps mental health practitioners and students build essential skills for clinical evaluation and differential diagnosis. renowned diagnostician and bestselling author james morrison (dsm-5 made easy and other works) invites the reader to interview and evaluate 26 patients with a wide spectrum of presenting complaints and ultimate diagnoses. using multiple-choice questions and fill-in-the-blank exercises, clinicians practice the arts of interviewing and making diagnostic decisions. the convenient large-size format facilitates use. extensive tables in the appendix provide a quick-reference guide to the interviewing techniques, diagnostic principles, and clinical diagnoses discussed in each case. see also morrison's dsm-5-tr made easy, which explains dsm diagnoses in clear language, illustrated with vivid case vignettes; diagnosis made easier, second edition, which offers principles and decision trees for integrating diagnostic information from multiple sources; and the first interview, fourth edition, which presents a framework for conducting thorough, empathic initial evaluations.

"for people suffering from stress, this book is a godsend." –kristin neff, phd, author of self-compassion "highly recommended for mental health professionals and consumer health readers looking to manage stress." –library journal (starred review) modern times are stressful–and it's killing us. in this breakthrough book, a clinical psychologist and neuroscience expert offers an original approach to help readers harness the power of positive emotions and overcome stress for good.stress is, unfortunately, a natural part of life–especially in our busy and hectic modern times. but you don't have to let it get in the way of your health and happiness. studies show that the key to coping with stress is simpler than you think–it's all about how you respond to the situations and things that stress you out or threaten to overwhelm you.the stress-proof brain offers powerful, comprehensive tools based in mindfulness, neuroscience, and positive psychology to help you put a stop to unhealthy responses to stress–such as avoidance, tunnel vision, negative thinking, self-criticism, fixed mindset, and fear. instead, you'll discover unique exercises that provide a recipe for resilience, empowering you to master your emotional responses, overcome negative thinking, and create a more tolerant, stress-proof brain.this book will help you develop an original and effective program for mastering your emotional brain's response to stress by harnessing the power of neuroplasticity. by creating a more stress tolerant, resilient brain, you'll learn to shrug off the small stuff, deal with the big stuff, and live a happier, healthier life.

Many people are interested in pursuing a career in mental health but may be uncertain about career options. between the numerous disciplines and the economic implications of different educational decisions, the world of professional mental health can seem difficult to navigate. pursuing a career in mental health helps demystify the world of mental health by identifying the best educational path for people interested in this career and by giving them the resources to prepare for success. designed to prepare students to excel in training and in careers in practice, the book offers an introduction to the topics addressed in graduate study across disciplines, exploring important issues relating to current and future mental health practice. throughout, mental health professionals share inspirational wisdom to build realistic expectations and highlight key decision points. this book provides comprehensive information about the disciplines of counseling, marital/couples and family therapy, psychology, psychiatry, psychiatric nursing, and social work, along with an expansive array of job possibilities. it also offers practical guidance about masters versus doctoral degrees, graduate admissions requirements, educational costs, and salary projections. readers learnabout how diversity and inclusion issues, as well as laws and ethics, impact mental health, and how to prevent career burnout. thought-provoking chapters promote balanced respect for both the healing art and the science of mental health, and forecast innovations that will shape the field into the future.

As a founder of ucla's affective disorder clinic and a co-author of a standard medical text, dr. kay redfield jamison may be the foremost authority on manic-depressive illness. she is also one of its survivors. and it is this dual perspective – as healer and healed – that makes jamison's memoir so lucid, learned, and profoundly affecting.even as she was pursuing her psychiatric training, jamison found herself succumbing to the exhilarating highs and paralyzing lows that afflicted many of her patients. though the disorder brought her seemingly boundless energy and mercurial creativity, it also propelled her into spending sprees, episodes of violence, and an attempt at suicide. powerfully candid, exceptionally wise, an unquiet mind is one of those rare books that has the power to transform lives – and even save them.

A hands-on workbook for therapy clients suffering from depression, panic attacks, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, and relationship problems, using case examples and written exercises to help clients understand and use cognitive therapy methods. includes sample worksheets and blank worksheets for reproduction. can be used as a framework for treatment, an adjunct to treatment, or to pinpoint specific skills development. no index. annotation copyright book news, inc. portland, or.

Get in touch with your spirit, mind and true-self through the awareness and reaffirmation you can gain from this book. one of our most significant failures in the world today is believing that the devil doesn't exist, therefore allowing him residence to create a battlefield in our minds–challenging our mental health. this book was written purposefully to demonstrate that jesus is alive and powerful to help the reader through mental and spiritual struggles. this is illustrated through the examples of crisis in others' lives and how they overcame their struggles to be victorious. it is only after the reader allows the holy spirit to renew their mind, seek forgiveness and find a new awareness will they find real freedom. there are precious few avenues for believers (although the road is simple) it is clouded by doom and gloom. to dress up, show up for bible study and sunday service becomes more of a ritual than improving a broken spirit. then, there are others who seldom or never attend church or have no church home who walk around in a hopeless state, unaware of how to connect with their spiritual self to regain mental health. it is a very lonely state when you are alone against the arsenal of satan. mental health's mental and spiritual cleanse self-help process encourages its reader to connect to the life source of god in our lives. the interactive activities at the end of each section provide insights, personal guidance and will bring about self-awareness. the interactive section will enable readers to look beyond: – society and stereotypes – regain self-worth – rebuild a personal relationship with god unhindered – walk in complete healing, deliverance, and restoration

Our toxic thoughts, depression and anxiety are frequently aggravated by our chaotic world, and they are sustained by an inability to manage our thought life. the author provides a 5-step, 63-day plan, the neurocycle, to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health.

Mindset is one of those rare books that can help you make positive changes in your life and at the same time see the world in a new way. – a leading expert in motivation and personality psychology, carol dweck has discovered in more than twenty years of research that our mindset is not a minor personality quirk: it creates our whole mental world. dweck has found that everyone has one of two basic mindsets. – if you have the fixed mindset, you believe that your talents and abilities are set in stone–either you have them or you don't. you must prove yourself over and over, trying to look smart and talented at all costs. this is the path of stagnation. if you have a growth mindset, however, you know that talents can be developed and that great abilities are built over time. this is the path of opportunity–and success. – dweck demonstrates that mindset unfolds in childhood and adulthood and drives every aspect of our lives, from work to sports, from relationships to parenting. she reveals how creative geniuses in all fields–music, literature, science, sports, business–apply the growth mindset to achieve results. she looks across a broad range of applications and helps parents, teachers, coaches, and executives see how they can promote the growth mindset. highly engaging and very practical, mindset breaks new ground as it leads you to change how you feel about yourself and your future.“ this book is an essential read for parents, teachers, coaches, and others who are instrumental in determining a child's mind-set, and in turn, his or her future success, as well as for those who would like to increase their own feelings of success and fulfillment.” –library journalcontentsintroduction1. the mindsets – why do people differ? what does all this mean for you? the two mindsets – a view from the two mindsets – so, what's new? self-insight: who has accurate views of their assets and limitations? what's i – in store2. inside the mindsets – is success about learning–or proving you're smart? mindsets change the meaning of failure – mindsets change the meaning of effort – questions and answers3. the truth about ability and accomplishment – mindset and school achievement – is artistic ability a gift? the danger of praise and positive labels – negative labels and how they work4. sports: the mindset of a champion – the idea of the natural “character”what is success? what is failure? taking charge of success – what does it mean to be a star? hearing the mindsets5. business: mindset and leadership – enron and the talent mindset – organizations that grow – a study of mindset and management decisions – leadership and the fixed mindset – fixed-mindset leaders in action – growth-mindset leaders in action – a study of group processes – are leaders born or made? 6. relationships: mindsets in love (or not)relationships are different – mindsets falling in love – the partner as enemy – competition: who's the greatest? developing in relationshipsfriendshipshynessbullies and victims: revenge revisited7. parents, teachers, and coaches: where do mindsets come from? parents (and teachers): messages about success and failure children learn the messages – teachers (and parents): what makes a great teacher (or parent)? coaches: winning through mindset – our legacy8. changing mindsets: a workshop – the na

New york times bestseller – in this completely revised and updated edition, neuropsychiatrist dr. daniel amen includes effective "brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life.“ perfection in combining leading-edge brain science technology with a proven, user-friendly, definitive, and actionable road map to safeguard and enhance brain health and functionality.”—david perlmutter, m.d., new york times bestselling author of grain brain in change your brain, change your life, renowned neuropsychiatrist daniel amen, m.d., includes new, cutting-edge research gleaned from more than 100,000 spect brain scans over the last quarter century and scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures work in your brain. amen’s “brain prescriptions” will help you: – to quell anxiety and panic: use simple breathing techniques to immediately calm inner turmoil – to fight depression: learn how to kill ants (automatic negative thoughts) and use supplements targeted to your brain type – to curb anger: follow the amen anti-anger diet and learn the nutrients that calm rage – to boost memory: learn the specific steps and habits to decrease your risk for alzheimer’s disease that can help you today – to conquer impulsiveness and learn to focus: develop total focus with the one-page miracle – to stop obsessive worrying: follow the “get unstuck” writing exercise and learn other problem-solving exercises you’re not stuck with the brain you’re born with.

New york times bestseller – in this completely revised and updated edition, neuropsychiatrist dr. daniel amen includes effective "brain prescriptions" that can help heal your brain and change your life.“ perfection in combining leading-edge brain science technology with a proven, user-friendly, definitive, and actionable road map to safeguard and enhance brain health and functionality.”—david perlmutter, m.d., new york times bestselling author of grain brain in change your brain, change your life, renowned neuropsychiatrist daniel amen, m.d., includes new, cutting-edge research gleaned from more than 100,000 spect brain scans over the last quarter century and scientific evidence that your anxiety, depression, anger, obsessiveness, or impulsiveness could be related to how specific structures work in your brain. amen’s “brain prescriptions” will help you: – to quell anxiety and panic: use simple breathing techniques to immediately calm inner turmoil – to fight depression: learn how to kill ants (automatic negative thoughts) and use supplements targeted to your brain type – to curb anger: follow the amen anti-anger diet and learn the nutrients that calm rage – to boost memory: learn the specific steps and habits to decrease your risk for alzheimer’s disease that can help you today – to conquer impulsiveness and learn to focus: develop total focus with the one-page miracle – to stop obsessive worrying: follow the “get unstuck” writing exercise and learn other problem-solving exercises you’re not stuck with the brain you’re born with.

Publisher's weekly and usa today bestseller! new hope for those suffering from conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, ptsd, adhd and more. – though incidence of these conditions is skyrocketing, for the past four decades standard treatment hasn't much changed, and success rates in treating them have barely improved, either. meanwhile, the stigma of the "mental illness" label–damaging and devastating on its own–can often prevent sufferers from getting the help they need. – brain specialist and bestselling author dr. daniel amen is on the forefront of a new movement within medicine and related disciplines that aims to change all that. amen draws on the latest findings of neuroscience to challenge an outdated psychiatric paradigm and help readers take control and improve the health of their own brain, minimizing or reversing conditions that may be preventing them from living a full and emotionally healthy life. – the end of mental illness will help you discover: why labeling someone as having a "mental illness" is not only inaccurate but harmful – why standard treatment may not have helped you or a loved one–and why diagnosing and treating you based on your symptoms alone so often misses the true cause of those symptoms and results in poor outcomes – at least 100 simple things you can do yourself to heal your brain and prevent or reverse the problems that are making you feel sad, mad, or bad – how to identify your "brain type" and what you can do to optimize your particular type – where to find the kind of health provider who understands and uses the new paradigm of brain health

Publisher's weekly and usa today bestseller! new hope for those suffering from conditions like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, ptsd, adhd and more. – though incidence of these conditions is skyrocketing, for the past four decades standard treatment hasn't much changed, and success rates in treating them have barely improved, either. meanwhile, the stigma of the "mental illness" label–damaging and devastating on its own–can often prevent sufferers from getting the help they need. – brain specialist and bestselling author dr. daniel amen is on the forefront of a new movement within medicine and related disciplines that aims to change all that. amen draws on the latest findings of neuroscience to challenge an outdated psychiatric paradigm and help readers take control and improve the health of their own brain, minimizing or reversing conditions that may be preventing them from living a full and emotionally healthy life. – the end of mental illness will help you discover: why labeling someone as having a "mental illness" is not only inaccurate but harmful – why standard treatment may not have helped you or a loved one–and why diagnosing and treating you based on your symptoms alone so often misses the true cause of those symptoms and results in poor outcomes – at least 100 simple things you can do yourself to heal your brain and prevent or reverse the problems that are making you feel sad, mad, or bad – how to identify your "brain type" and what you can do to optimize your particular type – where to find the kind of health provider who understands and uses the new paradigm of brain health

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