Psychiatric Interviewing The Art of Understanding,THIRD EDITION, Shawn Christopher Shea MD

Psychiatric Interviewing: The Art of Understanding (3rd Edition)
By Shawn Christopher Shea, M.D.

Dr. Shawn Christopher Shea’s Psychiatric Interviewing: The Art of Understanding is a comprehensive guide designed for mental health professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social workers, and nurses. The third edition of this seminal work offers an in-depth exploration of clinical interviewing techniques, emphasizing the importance of empathy, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication in psychiatric assessments.

Key Features:

• Enhanced Learning Tools: The third edition includes over 7.5 hours of streaming video integrated directly into the text, allowing readers to observe Dr. Shea demonstrating specific interviewing techniques and discussing their application. This multimedia approach enriches the learning experience, bridging the gap between theory and practice.

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book addresses a wide range of topics essential for effective psychiatric interviewing, including engagement and empathy, nonverbal communication, and the exploration of sensitive subjects such as suicidal ideation and substance abuse.

• Cultural Competence: Recognizing the diverse backgrounds of patients, the text provides strategies for conducting culturally sensitive interviews, enhancing the clinician’s ability to connect with and understand individuals from various cultural contexts.

• Advanced Interviewing Techniques: The third edition introduces new chapters on specialized interviewing strategies, including motivational interviewing and the Medication Interest Model, equipping clinicians with tools to address complex patient behaviors and improve treatment adherence.