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1Praxis Kind im Zentrum, Zürich. holtz@cyberlink.ch
Therapeutische Umschau. Revue Therapeutique
|August 2, 2012
Summary
Paediatricians often counsel families, but complex behavioural symptoms require more than simple advice. A concept-oriented approach effectively resolves challenging paediatric behavioural issues.
Area of Science:
- Paediatric Medicine
- Child Psychology
- Behavioural Science
Background:
- Counselling parents and children constitutes 40% of a paediatrician's private practice workload.
- There's a risk of underestimating or oversimplifying behavioural symptoms presented by children.
Observation:
- This case vignette highlights a scenario involving difficult and complex behavioural symptoms in a child.
- The standard approach may involve giving simple advice, potentially overlooking underlying issues.
Findings:
- A concept-oriented approach was successfully applied to address the complex symptoms.
- This method proved effective in resolving the behavioural challenges presented in the case.
Implications:
- This approach offers a valuable framework for paediatricians managing complex behavioural issues.
- Emphasizes the need for in-depth assessment over superficial advice in paediatric counselling.
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