The psychiatric interview is a window into the mind of your patients. Written in an engaging conversational style, this third edition of The Psychiatric Interview focuses on the practical skills mental-health providers need to establish rapport with patients and obtain valuable clinical insights. General principles essential to effective interviewing are covered, including techniques for approaching threatening topics, improving patient recall, and dealing with challenging patients. Other sections show you how to obtain the psychiatric history, interview for diagnosis, and interview for treatment. This revised new edition features: A new chapter on interviewing family members and other informants Broader coverage on the use of cognitive behavioral therapy Guidance on interviewing older patients Useful appendices containing data forms, patient education handouts, and other frequently referenced information The Practical Guides in Psychiatry series provides quick, concise information for professionals on the front lines of mental health care. Written in an easy-to-read, conversational style, these invaluable resources take you through each step of the psychatric care process, delivering fast facts and helpful strategies that help you provide effective and compassionate care to you patients. Book jacket.