The Biopsychosocial Formulation Manual: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals

Abstract

Reviews the book, The biopsychosocial formulation manual: A guide for mental health professionals by William H. Campbell and Robert M. Rohrbaugh (Eds.) (see record [rid]2006-09655-000[/rid]). This book is a primer for mental health professional learners that is structured on the biopsychosocial model introduced in 1977 by Dr. George Engel. The chapters include an overview of the biopsychosocial formulation, a more detailed description of the elements of this formulation as it applies to differential diagnosis, risk assessment treatment, and prognosis. This reviewer recommends the book with great enthusiasm. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2016 APA, all rights reserved)