Psychiatric Medication Issues for Social Workers, Counselors, and Psychologists

Psychiatric Medication Issues for Social Workers, Counselors, and Psychologists examines the use of psychopharmocology in clinical social work practice. This useful resource explores the subjective experience of clients who use psychiatric medication, as well as practitioner dilemmas related to helping clients manage and monitor drug intake. You'll find creative ideas on how to be more responsive to both adults and children on medication, tips on how to negotiate collaborative relationships with both clients and prescribing physicians, safety issues in using herbal preparations, and reflections on the future role of nonmedical providers in medication management.