A Guide to Psychiatry in Primary Care (Third Edition) [Paperback]

Patricia R. Casey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 5, 2006

The third edition of Professor Caseyºs inspirational handbook needs little introduction and no justification as the bulk of psychiatric practice is now centred firmly in the primary care setting, and general practitioners and their colleagues face ever-increasing pressure to recognise and manage a very broad spectrum of mental health problems.

Readers of earlier editions will be familiar with the clear style and successful format, including highlighted summaries and carefully selected case histories. There is much that is new, too. The text and references have been completely revised and updated and there are new or expanded sections on premenstrual dysphoric disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, and adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Since the publication of the last edition there have been significant developments in psychiatric nomenclature and the introduction of new antidepressant and antipsychotic agents as well as a new focus on alternative treatments. All these and issues of current debate and controversy are covered fully and clear guidance provided.

Editorial Reviews

Review

ÂExperienced GPs, doctors in training and nursing colleagues can rely on it to provided them with the solid foundation of knowledge they need to tackle the many complex mental health problems they encounter each day in practice.º

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–Christopher Dowrick, Professor of Primary Medical Care, University of Liverpool

ÂMuch more than a guide, it should be required reading for all trainees in general practice and psychiatry itself.º.
–William Shannon, Professor, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

ÂCaseyºs work stands out because of her simple and concise style, her repeated references to general practice issues and her keen attention to detail...it will be wholeheartedly welcomed by all those involved in the care of the mentally ill in these settings.º
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–British Journal of Psychiatry

ÂThere are few GPs who will not feel more confident after reading it and even fewer whose patients will not benefit from them doing so.º

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–Paul Freeling, Emeritus Professor of General Practice, St Georgeºs Hospital Medical School

About the Author

Patricia R. Casey is Professor of Psychiatry, University College, Dublin and Consultant Psychiatrist, Master Misercordiae Hospital, Dublin.

Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Wrightson Biome; 3 edition (January 5, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1871816505
• ISBN-13: 978-1871816501
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,264,209 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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