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Psychopharmacology (Hardcover, 3rd edition)
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Psychopharmacology (Hardcover, 3rd edition)
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This new, and heavily revised, edition of Psychopharmacology,
provides a comprehensive scientific study of the effects of drugs
on the mind and behaviour. With the growing prevalence of
psychiatric and behavioral disorders and the rapid advances in the
development of new drug therapies, this textbook offers an
essential understanding of the necessary details of drug action.
The book presents its coverage in the context of the behavioral
disorders they are designed to treat, rather than by traditional
drug classifications, to strengthen understanding of the underlying
physiology and neurochemistry, as well as the approaches to
treatment. Each disorder from the major diagnostic categories is
discussed from a historical context along with diagnostic criteria
and descriptions of typical cases. In addition, what we presently
know about the underlying pathology of each disorder is carefully
described. Providing a solid foundation in psychology, neuroanatomy
and physiology, the book also offers a critical examination of drug
claims, as well as coverage of evidence-based alternatives to
traditional drug therapies. Throughout, this text discusses how
drug effectiveness is measured in both human and animal studies.
Topics new to this edition include: a stronger emphasis on the
environmental impacts on drug effectiveness; more on the mechanisms
of adverse reactions to drugs and information on managing drug side
effects; the risks and benefits of using "mood stabilizing drugs"
to address behavior in youth with ADHD or ASD; and discussion of
the research-to-practice gap in pharmacological care for children
and adolescents. Accompanied by a robust companion website of
instructor materials, this textbook is ideal for undergraduate and
pre-professional students on courses in Psychopharmacology,
Clinical Psychopharmacology, Drugs and Behavior. It is a valuable
contribution to highlight the symbiotic relationship between
psychopharmacology and the neural and behavioral sciences.
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