'This book is useful to both novices and veterans in the area of psychopharmacological management of these illnesses … This book, as with the other ones in the illustrated series, presents Dr. Stahl's innovative educational style simplifying complicated topics and making them easily understandable to most readers.' Michael Easton, Doody's Reviews

The new edition of 'Stahl's Illustrated Pharmacological Treatments for Psychosis' (previously entitled 'Stahl's Illustrated Antipsychotics') provides the essential practical support required by anyone treating people with psychosis in the field of mental health. Incorporating information on the newest indications, formulations, recommendations, and safety data, all presented in a clear concise manner alongside informative and easy-to-understand illustrations. 'Stahl's Illustrated Pharmacological Treatments for Psychosis 3e' is a concise guide, with all concepts illustrated by full-color figures and tables, that will be familiar to readers of 'Stahl's Essential Psychopharmacology' and the 'Prescriber's Guide'. The visual learner will find that this book makes psychopharmacological concepts easier to master, and the non-visual learner will enjoy this book's short explanations of complex psychopharmacological concepts. Each chapter builds upon previous ones, synthesizing information about basic biology, diagnostics, treatment plans, complications, and comorbidities. This book is the essential guide for mental health providers caring for psychiatric patients.
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Preface; CME/CE Information; Introduction; 1. Schizophrenia as the Prototypical Psychotic Disorder; 2. Three Neurotransmitter Networks Linked to Psychosis; 3. From Circuits to Mechanisms of Treatments for Psychosis and Side Effects; 4. Pharmacological Properties of Selected Dopamine Receptor Blocking Agents; 5. Switching Strategies and Converting to Long-Acting Injectables; 6. Future Treatments; Summary; References.
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A highly illustrated and reader-friendly text on the key psychopharmacology concepts surrounding psychosis for mental health providers.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781009485043
Publisert
2024-04-18
Utgave
3. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Vekt
360 gr
Høyde
210 mm
Bredde
146 mm
Dybde
11 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
248

Biographical note

Stephen M. Stahl is Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the University of California, Riverside, and Honorary Visiting Senior Fellow in Psychiatry at the University of Cambridge. Gabriela Alarcón is a Medical Writer for the Neuroscience Education Institute in Carlsbad, California.