The fifth edition of Psychiatry introduces medical students and junior
doctors to the fundamentals of psychiatric knowledge in a patient
centred, digestible, and memorable way. Written by clinicians who
deliver front-line patient care and boast years of teaching experience,
practical information is informed by theory and research. Written with
an underlying philosophy that positive rapport with patients is central
to providing successful psychiatric care this is a trustworthy and
lauded guide to diagnosis and management.
Organised into 34 chapters on core topics, information is laid out in a
concise, user-friendly format with case studies, and scientific research
formatted into boxes for easy access, ensuring students can quickly
locate key information for revision and examinations.
Previous First Prize winner for Psychiatry at the British Medical
Association Book Awards, this textbook is ideal for those requiring a
grounding in the discipline of patient-centred and evidence-based
care.