Описание: This book explains in detail the diagnosis, management, and treatment of comorbid disorders in patients with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Important insights are provided into the nature of the symptoms of psychiatric comorbidities in these patients, and particularly children and adolescents, with a view to assisting clinicians in reaching a correct diagnosis that will permit the implementation of appropriate treatment strategies, whether psychological or pharmacological. The full range of potential comorbidities is considered, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, eating disorders, disruptive behavioral disorders, Tourette’s disorder, and substance-related disorders. In each case guidance is provided on how to avoid incorrectly attributing symptoms to ASD and on treatment options. Psychiatric Comorbidities in Autism Spectrum Disorders will be of value to all practitioners who are confronted by patients with these complex co-occurring conditions.
Автор: Campbell Willey Название: Schizophrenia: An Issue of Psychiatric Clinics ISBN: 1632424517 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781632424518 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 22369.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Schizophrenia is the mental disorder caused by environmental and genetic factors. A schizophrenic person shows abnormal behavior and finds it difficult to conform to social norms. Symptoms include confused thinking, hallucinations, thought disorders, delusions and lack of motivation. Antipsychotics, coordinated special care and psychosocial treatments are some of the curative measures. This book discusses the fundamental as well as modern approaches towards schizophrenia. It collates contributions made by international experts which explore innovative aspects revolving around causes, diagnosis and treatment of this disorder. This book strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. Students, researchers, psychiatrists, experts and all associated with this area of study will benefit alike from this book.
Описание: Although there are many books that consider aspects of schizophrenia such as research or clinical care, now there is a single resource that puts the many
facets of this widely misunderstood disorder in perspective. The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Schizophrenia offers broad coverage that encompasses the current state
of knowledge the cause, nature, and treatment of schizophrenia. Experts in a wide range of disciplines from North America and Europe have contributed chapters that address the
complexity of schizophrenia in a comprehensive volume on this singularly perplexing mental illness.
No disorder is more challenging to psychiatrists and mental health care
providers than schizophrenia, a condition that robs people of their personality and intellect and leaves them permanently disabled. This
ook leads readers through the maze of questions surrounding the disorder, from historical overview and epidemiology to consideration of comorbid conditions. It covers both genetic
and environmental causes, describes all of the leading theories of schizophreniaAneurodevelopmental, neurochemical, phospholipid, and neuroprogressiveAand explores the
involvement of abnormal brain circuitry and the results of the latest neuroimaging studies.
For practicing clinicians, the topics covered represent the most essential, timely, and
informative insights for treating this most prototypic of mental illnesses: -Approaching cognitive impairment as a potential psychopharmacological target for treatment, plus treatment
strategies for improving functioning in individuals with social or vocational impairment. -An overview of selected antipsychotic drugsAincluding common side effectsAas well as
antianxiety/hypnotics, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and dopamine agonists. -A review of current proven psychosocial interventions designed to augment and complement drug
therapy, highlighting the trend toward optimizing patient preference in the choice of treatment modality.
-Keys to early identification of individuals vulnerable to psychoses and
to assessing the potential for intervention with the promise of treatment earlier in life. -Optimal treatment approaches for first episodesAincluding individual, group, and family
therapiesAto increase the likelihood of full recovery. -Special considerations for treatment of chronic schizophrenia, addressing frequently asked questions faced by psychiatrists in their
daily encounters with patients.
While its causes and cure remain elusive, schizophrenia can be better understood with the help of the authoritative knowledge collected in
these pages. Squarely confronting a disease that has long afflicted and baffled human society, this textbook will serve as a dependable source of knowledge for a generation of
students, scientists, and clinicians to come.
Описание: Covers topics including: Management of Depression in Schizophrenia, Management of Schizophrenia with Comorbid Anxiety Disorders, Schizophrenia with Impulsive and Aggressive Behaviors, Management of Schizophrenia with Suicide Risks, Management of schizophrenia with eating disorders, and Schizophrenia with Substance Abuse disorders.
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