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Helping Teens Who Cut, Second Edition: Using DBT (R) Skills to End Self-Injury

Michael R. Hollander

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Description for Helping Teens Who Cut, Second Edition: Using DBT (R) Skills to End Self-Injury Paperback. Num Pages: 238 pages. BIC Classification: JKSN2; MBPK; MJW; MMJT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 229 x 19. Weight in Grams: 310.
Tens of thousands of worried parents have turned to this authoritative guide for the facts about the growing problem of teen self-injury--and what they can do to make it stop. Michael Hollander is a leading expert on the most effective treatment approach for cutting, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Vivid stories illustrate how out-of-control emotions lead some teens to hurt themselves, how DBT can help, and what other approaches can be beneficial. Parents get practical strategies for talking to teens about self-injury without making it worse, teaching them specific skills to cope with extreme emotions in a healthier way, finding the ... Read more

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Publisher

Guilford Publications

Format

Paperback

Publication date

2017

Condition

New

Weight

309g

Number of Pages

238

Place of Publication

New York, United States

ISBN

9781462527106

SKU

V9781462527106

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About Michael R. Hollander

Michael Hollander, PhD, a recognized expert in the treatment of self-injury, has worked with adolescents and their families since 1976. He helped to found the 3East DBT program at McLean Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts, where he is currently Director of Training and Senior Consultant. Dr. Hollander is Assistant Professor in the psychiatry faculties of Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General ... Read more

Reviews for Helping Teens Who Cut, Second Edition: Using DBT (R) Skills to End Self-Injury

This book debunks myths about cutting and delves deeply into the important information and skills that both teens and parents need to conquer it. Instead of sidelining parents, Dr. Hollander welcomes them into the treatment. He explains how DBT works, how to select and communicate with a therapist, and, best of all, how parents can learn and practice DBT skills ... Read morealong with their kids, for even better results.
Martha B. Straus, PhD, Department of Clinical Psychology, Antioch University New England An invaluable resource for parents!
Marsha M. Linehan, PhD, ABPP, Professor and Director, Behavioral Research and Therapy Clinics, University of Washington; developer of DBT This book provides the clearest, most helpful explanation I have ever seen of why teens engage in self-injury
and how parents can help them stop. A 'must read' for parents of teens who cut.
Matthew K. Nock, PhD, Department of Psychology, Harvard University Dr. Hollander's compassion and knowledge stem from years of experience with families. In addition to his lucid explanation of DBT principles, I value his wise suggestions for helping siblings, extended family, friends, and school personnel deal with a teen's self-injury. I recommend this book first to parents struggling to help self-injuring children.
Barent W. Walsh, PhD, Executive Director, The Bridge of Central Massachusetts Dr. Hollander is wise and empathic. In the second edition of his essential book, he provides hopeful, practical treatment recommendations based on the latest science. He gives parents the gift of his insight into a complex and ever-increasing problem.
Blaise Aguirre, MD, author of Borderline Personality Disorder in Adolescents, Second Edition: What to Do When Your Teen Has BPD The rush of emotions and the thoughts that run through your head when you discover that your child self-harms are beyond overwhelming. Dr. Hollander's book provides an instant blanket of relief
you are not alone, and help is attainable. With unparalleled expertise in DBT, he gives you easy-to-understand strategies that enable you to start helping your child immediately. Dr. Hollander's approach has been instrumental in changing our child's path in life.
Lisa L., Belmont, Massachusetts This is an interesting text with a good use of case study material, which enriches the pages. It's a practical guide that explains why young people self-harm and dispels some of the myths, which is good. It can be useful for parents to have some knowledge of DBT and to consider implementing some of the strategies... If a young person was receiving DBT, then it would be a very helpful guide for parents alongside the treatment. - www.youthinmind.info Show Less

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