The First Interview: Revised for DSM-IV

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Summary: A Must Have For Social Work Students!
Review: Morrison's approach to providing information and direction for the first interview is clear, detailed, informative, and right on the mark. As a first year social work student I wish that I had been able to read this book before I started my field placement. He takes you step by step through the process of the first interview--what to expect, what to do, how to handle different situations. Again, he is right on the mark. What makes this book such a great resource is that Morrison presents the material in a clear and concise manner. This is the type of book that you will open again and again as a reference and a refresher as you progress in your practice. Whether you are working with kids or the elderly, I highly recommend buying this book if you are thinking about going into social work, are a social work student or a practicioner.

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Summary: The First Interview : Revised for Dsm-IV Clinical Perspectiv
Review: The First Interview : Revised for DSM-IV, by J. Morrison is a detailed and forthright tool for obtaining critical information from the client during the first session, while maintaining the clinician's ability to develop trust and rapport with the client. The use of vignettes offers the reader opportunity to visualize how the book's message might be utilized with clients. I have found this book to be of particular benefit to new interns, and to those who are working in government funded facilities, as it provides instruction for gaining the information required for developing an accurate diagnosis and creating an assessment plan such as are required for Medical clients. It is also a good review for clinicians regarding such issues as formulating effective questions and dealing with resistance. I suggest reading the book before one begins seeing clients face-to-face, as it will help to prevent the beginning clinician from developing poor clinical skills.