uthor’s use of abundant clinical vignettes to illustrate her points. She uses these cases to take the reader through important lines of inquiry that are essential for clinicians. Reading this volume will help us not be seduced by our psychological theories and lead us down the dangerous path of ignoring the contribution of underlying medical illness. I can wholeheartedly recommend this excellent volume to all who practice psychotherapy whether a student, early career professional, or experienced clinician.” Jeffrey J. Magnavita, Ph.D., ABPP, Diplomate in Clinical Psychology, American Board of Professional Psychology, Past President, Division of Psychotherapy, American Psychological Association, Member of the APA Clinical Treatment Guidelines Advisory Committee
“More than 100 medical disorders can masquerade as psychological conditions, according to Harvard psychiatrist Barbara Schildkrout . . . clarifying a diagnosis can be a relief to clinicians and patients—particularly when therapy hasn’t been working or patients have spent years blaming themselves. ‘When you find the right diagnosis, not only is there appropriate treatment, but it can make a dramatic improvement in terms of healing their self esteem,’ Dr. Schildkrout said.” —Wall Street Journal
“With her new book, titled Unmasking Psychological Symptoms, Dr. Schildkrout hopes to help clear up some of the confusion … even experienced clinicians can have a hard time determining when one causes the other, and since busy primary-care doctors and psychiatrists spend so little time with patients, the risk of misdiagnosis is all the greater.” —The Globe and Mail
Articles and Print:
In Therapy, Cellphones Ring True New York Times
Am I looking at a Malignant Melanoma? New York Times
Reviews and Mentions:
Confusing Medical Ailments with Mental Illness Wall Street Journal