Sometimes described as "the nemesis of the primary care
physician," somatoform disorders are frustrating, expensive to
treat, and under-investigated. Somatic Presentations of Mental
Disorders provides a fascinating and practical review of the
epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of this ill-defined category
of disease. Somatic Presentations of Mental Disorders summarizes
the proceedings of a unique international conference that convened
experts from across disciplines to review perspectives on
somatoform disorders. The broad range of experience and
specialization results in a compendium that addresses both
theoretical and practical issues presented in somatoform disorders.
For the researcher, the book offers a thorough and critical
overview of the research landscape, surveying and synthesizing the
available literature from around the world on all aspects of the
disorder. Acknowledging the unique challenges presented in studying
such a heterogeneous collection of disorders, the authors identify
specific gaps in the research literature. Somatic Presentations of
Mental Disorders also addresses controversial issues of nosology in
advance of the publication of DSM-V.
Despite its utility for researchers, the book primarily serves
as an invaluable reference and resource for the practitioner.
Organized with the clinician in mind, Somatic Presentations of
Mental Disorders surveys the latest data on phenomenology; etiology
and clinical course; and treatment options. Unlike other literature
on this difficult topic, the authors thoroughly explore the entire
range of this category of disorders, including conversion disorder,
chronic pain and fatigue, and the multitude of presentations of
medically unexplained symptoms. Aimed at both primary care and
mental health practitioners, the book addresses crucial issues for
effective diagnosis and treatment, including: - Comorbidity and
association with anxiety and depressive disorders- Unique insights
into cultural factors affecting the presentation and treatment of
somatic disorders around the globe- The prevalence of misdiagnosis,
and contemporary diagnostic tools and techniques to help avoid a
missed organic diagnosis- The complicated interrelationship of
somatoform disorders and substance abuse- The efficacy of various
treatment modalities, including pharmacology and cognitive
behavioral therapy- Collaboration between primary care and mental
health providers to maximize treatment outcomes
Comprehensive, thoughtful, and up-to-date, Somatic Presentations
of Mental Disorders is a must-have both for researchers in the
field and for clinicians with somatizing patients.
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