Handbook of Psychiatric Drug Therapy [Paperback]

Steven E. Hyman (Author), George W. Arana (Author), J. F. Rosenbaum (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 15, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0316049468 | ISBN-13: 978-0316049467 | Edition: 3 Sub

This is a pocket guide to drug therapy for psychiatric disorders. It offers discussions about the scientific basis of therapy, along with pragmatic prescribing information. The authors see the book as a series of "verbal algorithms" that help the reader sort through treatment alternatives.

Editorial Reviews

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Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, Volume 68, Issue 2 -- "This book remains an essential tool for the busy resident in psychiatric training, the psychiatrist preparing for board examinations, and the clinical practitioner in psychiatry and allied professions. Much like a new car, a few changes in the body design may surprise fans of the earlier editions, but like earlier editions, this handbook will become a well-thumbed resource for clinical practice."-Journal of Clinical Psychiatry Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, Volume 2, Issue 68 -- "This book remains an essential tool for the busy resident in psychiatric training, the psychiatrist preparing for board examinations, and the clinical practitioner in psychiatry and allied professions. Much like a new car, a few changes in the body design may surprise fans of the earlier editions, but like earlier editions, this handbook will become a well-thumbed resource for clinical practice." --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 221 pages
• Publisher: Little Brown & Co; 3 Sub edition (January 15, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316049468
• ISBN-13: 978-0316049467
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 4.5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,806,204 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Handbook of Psychiatric Drug Therapy by George W. Arana, et, January 29, 2001

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"alexanderst" (Caracas Venezuela) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Handbook of Psychiatric Drug Therapy (Paperback)

Excellent choice! If you buy this item you will acquire the basics of psychopharmacology psychiatry students need. I am a second year postgraduate student and found it very helpful, concise and updated. It presents the major indications, therapeutic uses, side effects, and mechanisms of action for every drug. The tables give you an easy way to compare each medication caracteristics and the book offers the facts that will help us choose the best drug that fits our patients needs. Its format let us carry it with us everywhere so we can take a quick look and review the information anytime we need it. I highly recommend it!

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, July 16, 2006

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Michael G. Rayel, MD "Author, A 31-Day Series... (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Handbook of Psychiatric Drug Therapy (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Handbook Series) (Paperback)

I've read all editions of this book and I'm really impressed. Rosenbaum, et. al. are masters of the art of psychopharmacology. This book covers almost all areas relevant to practicing psychiatrists. Despite its breadth, you can finish reading the book in a couple of days. Finally, this book is an excellent resource to review for the certification exam in Advanced Psychopharmacology offered by the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology (ASCP).

14 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Great but dated. . . ., February 22, 2003

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J. Cornelius - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Handbook of Psychiatric Drug Therapy (Paperback)

This is an excellent book, but the information is about 3-4 years old (Probably 4-5 years if you consider the time to publishing)! That is pretty dated information for this field, especially with the MANY newer agents. Make a new edition guys!