Treating the Psychological Consequences of HIV (Jossey-Bass Library of Current Clinical Technique) - Tapa blanda

"This volume, packed with clinical vignettes and useful references, delivers on the promise of its general editor, Irvin D. Yalom. Overall, the text is an excellent addition to the literature on HIV psychotherapy and psychology. . . . For those looking for a rock solid text of HIV psychotherapy that offers reasonable therapeutic strategies for all aspects of the life cycle, O'Connors' text is an affordable, enjoyable, and practical read." "This book will have broad appeal to many clinicians working with people infected by HIV/AIDS. It begins with the basics of how working with HIV positive patients may impact the clinician, followed by an introduction to HIV pathophysiology. The chapters reflect a range of clinical orientations free of vernacular. While the information is basic, it is based in research and provides clinical insights without being directive." " This book brings together in one volume the multiple dimensions of treating the psychological consequences of HIV for all of the populations in our country hit hard by this difficult disease. It combines the latest medical thinking on HIV with what's known from the psychological literature about the consequences and treatments of the disease. It is respectful of the cultures of HIV and thus is essential for anyone on the front lines of care." (Thomas J. Coates, Ph.D., professor of medicine and director, Center for AIDS Prevention Studies, University of California, San Francisco) "This book provides health and mental health practitioners with a sophisticated and comprehensive presentation of treatment for the psychological and psychosocial consequences of HIV/AIDS. It represents a major step forward in the field." (John R. Anderson, director, American Psychological Association Office on AIDS) "An extremely useful resource for all counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists who are confronted with the diverse challenges of HIV disease among their clients. The book is comprehensive, up-to-date and thoughtful and makes a unique contribution to the field." (Anke A. Ehrhardt, director, HIV Center for Clinical and Behavioral Studies, New York State Psychiatric Institute and Columbia University)

A Volume in the Jossey-Bass Library of Current Clinical TechniqueWritten by experts in the field, this book provides a solid theoretical orientation to the subject along with a wealth of practical clinical techniques. It offers specific recommendations for working with various HIV client populations as well the uninfected survivors and caregivers.