The Catholic child, adolescent, and family
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Published on: July 10, 2017
1Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA 30912-3800, USA. Kevin.Murrell@med.va.gov
Abstract:
This article identifies core features of Catholic spiritual and religious tradition and worldview. It reviews clinical implications of this worldview in working with the psychiatric problems of Catholic children and adolescents. Core Catholic beliefs and practices are discussed, with case examples illustrating principles of assessment and treatment. Collaboration between child and adolescent psychiatrists and Catholic clergy and counselors is encouraged, and recommendations for successful collaborative efforts are offered.
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