psychiatry

A handbook for social work students and other beginning therapists that shows how to begin the initial phase of treatment with clients, gather information about the client, and formulate a thorough assessment.

A collection of seventeen essays that explore a variety of topics within the field of behavioral biology, discussing breakthroughs in psychiatry, neuroscience, and endocrinology; exploring issues of evolutionary biology and animal behavior; and considering some of the political or social implications of findings in these areas.

Psychiatrist Paul Linde chronicles the experiences he had while working at Harare Central Hospital in Zimbabwe, sharing the stories of his patients and the doctors and nurses he worked with.

A brief history of social attitudes toward mental illness describing the characteristics and treatment of specific mental disorders.

An encyclopedia of terminology, organizations, and individuals in the fields of psychology and psychiatry.

A guide to psychiatric conditions, featuring a diagnostic screening questionnaire, information on a range of mental health issues, and listings of national organizations, support groups, and other sources of help.

Discusses the common psychiatric problems of young people and how to deal with them and gives a brief history of psychiatry.