A Guide to Crisis Intervention

In A Guide to Crisis Intervention, 6th Edition, author Kristi Kanel delivers a comprehensive overview of situational and developmental crises. The textbook traces how emergency mental health response methods have developed since the 1940s, connecting historical foundations to current practices. By incorporating traditional counseling models alongside core intervention principles, the text establishes a grounded approach to managing psychological emergencies.

The material synthesizes key crisis categories into focused theoretical and practical modules. In its examination of developmental challenges, the text addresses modern issues such as quarter-life crises and Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). The coverage also extends to substance abuse crises, focusing specifically on response strategies for opioid addiction.

To support skill acquisition, the text integrates case vignettes where students can practice interviewing and helping skills. This applied structure supports learning for students, paraprofessionals, and active professionals across varied human service environments.