William Dikel, MD, a child and adolescent psychiatrist who assists school districts nationwide, lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
A complete reference that will assist teachers as they help
students navigate their school career, this book provides
comprehensive descriptions of mental health conditions and explains
the educational system in the context of student mental health with
the understanding that teachers are not clinicians who can
diagnose. Most importantly, it offers a sensible paradigm through
which educators can collaborate with administrators and other
licensed and non-licensed staff to ensure that our students get
what they need in order to be successful. I will definitely use
this book.-- (02/01/2015)
Children are individuals with individual needs. A multidisciplinary
team must collaborate to design a plan that will meet each student
at their level. Dikel's text is a good place to start. . . . Easy
to read, Dikel's book encompasses the basics of psychiatric
diagnoses and educational eligibilities, including IEPs, and tips
about behavioral modification techniques as well as coping
strategies for students and families. . . . [W]orth reading cover
to cover, it can also be used as a handy reference guide for
topic-specific questions.-- (03/13/2015)
Dikel presents information in clearly defined sections that include
definitions of disorders, 'manifestations in the classroom, ' and
treatment. This format should make it easy for a teacher to
navigate foreign terrain. . . . [A] welcome addition to a school
social worker's bookshelf of resources. . . . A newer teacher may
benefit from reading this book before entering the conference room
for his or her first interdisciplinary meeting.-- (02/01/2015)
The wealth of knowledge captured in each section exemplifies the
significance of school-based mental health service and support.
This guide should be a permanent reference in the public and
personal libraries of practitioners and parents who seek an
extensive review of evidence-based techniques to effectively
address factors associated with school mental health. . . . Highly
recommended.-- (02/01/2015)
Dr. Dikel's book is a unique and necessary tool for general and
special education teachers, student support service providers, and
school administrators. It is an easy-to-read, comprehensive
resource that provides valuable information about identifying and
responding to the mental health needs of students through a full
continuum of school-based services. Guidelines for establishing
school and district mental health plans offer a valuable
contribution to the field. This is a must-read for educators and
anyone else invested in promoting student mental health and
academic success!--Nancy Lever, PhD, & Sharon Stephan, PhD,
Co-Directors, Center for School Mental Health, University of
Maryland
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