Emotional Disorders

This book explores emotional disorders from a neuropsychological, psychopharmacological, and educational perspective in order to assist educators and clinicians in their quest for more meaningful and enduring interventions.

The book contains detailed discussion on the neurobiological correlates of mood and anxiety disorders, and psychopathology and violence, as well as the neural basis of empathy and altruistic behavior. The relationship between executive dysfunction and emotional wellness is examined, along with a detailed synopsis of medication treatment options for children.

There is compelling evidence that emotional wellness can be enhanced through early prevention efforts and appropriate assessment strategies to foster both social-emotional functioning and academic performance in children. This book will be of interest to psychologists, educators, and allied mental health providers who work with children.

The first part of the book deals with the neuropsychological component of emotional disorders and provides both a theoretical and practical description, with discussion ranging from dysfunctional executive functions to right hemisphere disorders. The second section of the book is devoted to the psychopharmacological aspects of emotional disorders. A final section deals with the educational aspects, including learning, school achievement, mindfulness, and behavioral support programs.