Now in its sixth edition, and written by an author internationally recognised in his field, Psychiatric Drugs Explained offers a wealth of information in a handy easy-to-use format. Organised by disorder, and providing a comprehensive review of drug effects, action and side-effects, this fully updated new edition covers the latest drugs on the market, and explores changes in prescribing practice.The author's approach is distinctive and reader-friendly, to help guide mental health professionals through the benefits and impacts of psychotropic drugs. Additional topics include management of disorders including stimulants and drugs for children, cognitive impairment and sleep disorders.- Includes management of disorders including stimulants and drugs for children, cognitive impairment and sleep disorders- Gives particular focus on areas that are of major concern to mental health practitioners including management of dependence and withdrawal and issues of consent, abuse and liability- 'User Issues' boxes highlight the most crucial aspects of drug effects and their implications- Key references point the reader to the most up-to-date research and literature in the field- Fresh design and updated artwork gives added appeal to the volume- Organised by disorder this new edition now covers the latest drugs on the market and explores changes in prescribing practice- Includes updated references pointing the reader to the most recent research and literature in the field
- 355 pages
- English
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- Available on iOS & Android
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MedicineTable of contents
- Front Cover
- Psychiatric Drugs Explained
- Copyright Page
- Table Of Contents
- Preface
- Introduction
- 1 The person on treatment
- 1 Management of the Psychoses
- 2 Management of Depression
- 3 Management of Bipolar Disorders
- 4 Stimulants and Drugs for Children
- 5 Management of Anxiety
- 6 Management of Sleep Disorders and Insomnia
- 7 Management of Cognitive Impairment
- 8 Management of Sexual Difficulties
- 9 Management of Dependence and Withdrawal
- 10 Consent, Abuse and Liability
- 11 The Marketing of Tranquillity
- Index
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