American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry: Textbook of Psychiatry [Hardcover]

Robert E. Hales (Author, Editor), Stuart C. Yudofsky (Author, Editor), Glen O. Gabbard (Author, Illustrator)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1585622575 | ISBN-13: 978-1585622573 | Publication Date: April 16, 2008 | Edition: 5 Har/Onl

The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry has been meticulously revised to maintain its preeminence as an accessible and authoritative educational reference and clinical compendium. More than 100 contributors 65 new to this edition summarize the latest developments in psychiatry, with new chapters on cellular and molecular biology; neuroanatomy; human sexuality and sexual dysfunctions; nonpharmacological somatic treatments; supportive psychotherapy; combined psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy; treatment of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender patients; and assessment of dangerousness.

The book boasts a new interior design, with more figures and color throughout to aid comprehension. Each chapter ends with 5 10 key points, 5 10 recommended readings, and helpful Web sites for clinicians, patients, and family members. The book also includes complimentary access to the full text online. Online benefits include powerful searching, electronic bookmarking, and access by username and password from wherever you have Web access especially convenient for times when the print copy of your textbook is not where you are. The online version is accompanied by a downloadable PowerPoint presentation, which contains a wealth of material to enhance classroom presentation, study, and clinical use.

An indispensable resource for clinical psychiatrists studying for Part I of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology exam, The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry is a proven teaching tool and an essential component of every practitioner s library.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This new 5th edition combines the strengths of its three editors Robert Hales in clinical and community psychiatry, Stuart Yudofsky in neuropsychiatry, and new co-editor Glen Gabbard in psychotherapy in recruiting outstanding authors to summarize the latest developments in psychiatry. Throughout the 44 chapters, the authors provide a practical and integrative encyclopedia of useful information. This book resets the bar, and will be the new gold standard for years to come. --Ming T. Tsuang, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., Behavioral Genomics Endowed Chair and University Professor, University of California; Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Director, Center for Behavioral Genomics, Department of Psychiatry, University of Californi

The book is a great read, a symphony of the most up-to date knowledge in the field. These compendiums are good references for just about anything readers might want to know about psychiatry. --Philip E. Veenhuis, MD, MPH, The Journal of the American Medical Association

For twenty years, the best single comprehensive source for current psychiatry has been the Textbook of Psychiatry edited by Robert E. Hales, M.D., M.B.A., and Stuart C. Yudofsky, M.D. The Fifth Edition, with the addition of Glen O. Gabbard, M.D., as the third editor, clearly delivers an excellent updated reference guide to the broad diagnostic and treatment issues in psychiatry written by the top clinical experts in each area. --David J. Kupfer, M.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

About the Author

is Joe P. Tupin Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc., and Medical Director of the Sacramento County Mental Health Service in Sacramento, California.

Stuart C. Yudofsky, M.D., is D.C. and Irene Ellwood Professor and Chairman of the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, and Chief of Psychiatry Services at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas.

Glen O. Gabbard, M.D., is Brown Foundation Chair of Psychoanalysis and Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and Director of the Baylor Psychiatry Clinic, at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He is also Training and Supervising Analyst at the Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute in Houston.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1786 pages
• Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing, Inc.; 5 Har/Onl edition (April 16, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1585622575
• ISBN-13: 978-1585622573
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #541,780 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Glen O. Gabbard, M.D., is Professor and Director of the Baylor Psychiatry Clinic at the Baylor College of Medicine and Training and Supervising Analyst at the Houston-Galveston Psychoanalytic Institute in Houston, Texas. He was previously Director of the Menninger Hospital in Topeka, Kansas.

Dr. Gabbard is the author or editor of more than fifteen books and currently is joint Editor-in-Chief and Editor for North America of the International Journal of Psychoanalysis. His numerous awards include the 2000 Mary Sigourney Award for outstanding contributions to psychoanalysis.

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23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book with wealth of information well written, January 19, 2009

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This review is from: American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry: Textbook of Psychiatry (Hardcover)

Most people would compare this book with Kaplan's CTP. In general, quite similar in coverage. The tone of this book seems more scientifically oriented while Kaplan's often has more historical sentiment. This book has less illustrations but makes more sense when illustrating, while the Kaplan's sometimes gives unnecessary figures appeared just for the sake of decoration (ex. a photo from a drama movie showing POW tortured under Stalin's picture was used to illustrate the term brain wash). Nonetheless, both books are written by many hands therefore the representation of many experts in the field. I tend to like this one due to its right to the point style without lingering too much on the mumbling chatting side. I think this book is easier to read. The information is balanced and authoritative as one should expected. An alternative is the Oxford textbook. Given the volume to hold and its reference nature, digital or online version also makes a lot of sense.

1 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars psychiatry text, February 6, 2010

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