<P>Multidisciplinary and trans-cultural …</P><P></P><P>This book provides an up-to-date review of the current state of care, treatment and prevention in child and adolescent mental health from multidisciplinary and trans-cultural perspectives. Systems of care, services and interventions in selected parts of the world are described by leading experts with a focus on</P><P></P><P>the current status of services in the respective parts of the world <P></P><P>the major needs and deficits in identifying mental health problems in children and adolescents (awareness and diagnosis) <P></P><P>the major needs in treatment, care and prevention <P></P><P>realistic proposals on how to improve the situation of children and adolescents who suffer from, or are at risk for, mental health problems. <P></P><P></P><P>In addition, the major principles and strategies of treatment and intervention are described, on an empirical basis, using a selected number of treatment approaches and treatment settings as examples.</P><P></P><P>Finally, the possibilities, strategies and limitations of early detection and prevention are reviewed with the aim of improving the living conditions of children and families in need of mental health support.</P><P></P><P>… a valuable resource for mental health workers all over the world!</P>