Behavioral Aspects of Pediatric Burns / Edition 1

by Kenneth J. Tarnowski

Overview

In recent years, considerable professional attention has centered on the behavioral aspects of various childhood illnesses and injuries. Indeed, child health psychology has grown exponentially over the past decade. One index of this growth is found in the number of texts that have recently appeared in the area (Gross & Drabman, 1990; Karoly, 1988; Krasnegor, Arasteh, & Cataldo, 1986; Levine, Carey, Crocker, & Gross, 1982; Routh, 1988; Russo & Varni, 1982; Tuma, 1982; Varni, 1983). In general, these texts provide summaries of the psychological literature across a variety of established (e.g., oncology) and emerging (psychoneuroimmunology) areas of child health. Until recently, many books on the psychological aspects of pediatric health provided no or minimal information about the psychosocial plight of child burn victims. In some instances, pediatric burns might be mentioned parenthetically as another example of a population for which behavioral treatment procedures (e. g., pain management) may be of value. In part, the relative inattention devoted to this population may be related to the perception that the literature in this area is sketchy and charac­ terized by significant methodological and substantive shortcomings. In many instances, this perception is largely justified. However, it is also the case that the pediatric burn literature has evolved considerably over the past decade and that the incidence of, and morbidity associated, with severe burn injuries mandates immediate and increased attention by mental health professionals.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780306448409
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	09/30/1994
Series:	Issues in Clinical Child Psychology
Edition description:	1994
Pages:	281
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.03(d)

About the Author

Tarnowski, Kenneth J., PhD (Univ of South Florida)

The contributors represent the specialties of pediatrics, surgery, psychiatry, social work, and psychology. Most come from U.S. hospitals and medical centers. Institutions prominently represented include Virginia Polytechnic Inst and State Univ, Case Western Reserve, and Univ of Miami.

Table of Contents

1. Overview.- 2. Medical Management.- 3. Acute Reactions.- 4. Long-Term Psychosocial Sequelae.- 5. Inpatient Consultation and Liaison.- 6. Pain Management.- 7. Body Images and Pediatric Burn Injury.- 8. Family Considerations and Interventions.- 9. School Reintegration.- 10. Prevention.- 11. Future Directions.

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Barry Bennett, LCSW, ACSW (Loyola University Medical Center)
Description: This book is a comprehensive summary of the current literature regarding the behavioral management and treatment of the pediatric burn patient. The authors are primarily psychologists employed at various burn centers throughout the country.
Purpose: The purpose is to present an overview of the broad spectrum of problems pediatric burn patients face, including acute reactions to injury, body image problems, and family adjustment problems, and to evaluate effective treatment strategies.
Audience: The book is targeted for medical professionals involved in the psychosocial management of burned children and their families.
Features: The extensive references and footnotes found in each chapter are among its most valuable and practical features. The book also provides a very comprehensive index as an expedient reference to several topical areas of interest.
Assessment: This book provides the mental health or medical professional involved in the behavioral and emotional management of the pediatric burn patient a much needed resource. It does a relatively thorough job of identifying behavioral problems associated with pediatric burns; however, it offers limited information regarding effective intervention with these problems. This is a useful contribution to the field of pediatric burn injuries, reinforcing the need for future research on how to best manage the emotional and psychological impact of these injuries.

Doody's Review Service

3 Stars from Doody

This book is a comprehensive summary of the current literature regarding the behavioral management and treatment of the pediatric burn patient. The authors are primarily psychologists employed at various burn centers throughout the country. The purpose is to present an overview of the broad spectrum of problems pediatric burn patients face, including acute reactions to injury, body image problems, and family adjustment problems, and to evaluate effective treatment strategies. The book is targeted for medical professionals involved in the psychosocial management of burned children and their families. The extensive references and footnotes found in each chapter are among its most valuable and practical features. The book also provides a very comprehensive index as an expedient reference to several topical areas of interest. This book provides the mental health or medical professional involved in the behavioral and emotional management of the pediatric burn patient a much needed resource. It does a relatively thorough job of identifying behavioral problems associated with pediatric burns; however, it offers limited information regarding effective intervention with these problems. This is a useful contribution to the field of pediatric burn injuries, reinforcing the need for future research on how to best manage the emotional and psychological impact of these injuries.

Barry Bennett

A summary of the most current literature on the psychological aspects of pediatric burns, considering the implications for prevention, consultation, treatment, and follow-up care, for mental health professionals involved in all stages of burn injury, from prevention to referrals. Covers medical and surgical aspects, acute reactions and long-term psychosocial sequelae, clinical applications such as pain management and school reintegration, and future clinical and research efforts. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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