Psychiatry
By: edited by Janis L. Cutler, Eric R. Marcus.
Contributors: Cutler, Janis L.; Marcus, Eric R. 1944-
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Oxford; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 636
ISBN-13: 9780195372748
Subjects: Psychiatry; Psychology, Pathological; Mental Disorders
Description: This 2nd edition is a dynamic introductory textbook in psychiatry. The material, including extensive tables, is presented in a clear, concise and practical manner perfect for exam preparation. The authors provide a thorough yet concise introduction to clinical psychiatry, focusing on basic clinical skills like recognition and assessment of psychiatric illness. Clinically relevant information is emphasized, including practical interviewing techniques. The 2nd edition also uses case studies, DSM-IV guidelines, and extensive tables offset from the text to act as a comprehensive yet concise guide for the busy medical student studying for exams. In addition, the second edition includes a new chapter devoted to child and adolescent psychiatry and the authors have expanded their coverage of cultural and geriatric issues in psychiatry. A broader discussion of the psychotherapies is also included, in recognition of the increasing role that cognitive behavior therapy plays in the treatment of many psychiatric conditions. Written by two well-known Columbia University Professors who direct medical student education in psychiatry, the tone is balanced and practical, perfect for the medical student not specializing in psychiatry.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The case write-up : psychiatric assessment and treatment planning; title: The psychiatric interview; title: Mood disorders; title: Schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders; title: Cognitive and mental disorders due to general medical conditions; title: Anxiety disorders; title: Alcohol and substance abuse disorders; title: Personality disorders; title: Eating disorders; title: Somatoform and factitious disorders; title: Suicide and violence; title: Psychological factors affecting medical conditions; title: Child, adolescent, and adult development; title: Child and adolescent psychiatry; title: Psychotherapy; title: Pharmacotherapy and ECT.