Psychopharmacology Handbook for the Non-Medically Trained

Name: Psychopharmacology Handbook for the Non-Medically Trained
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ISBN: 9780393704594

ISBN-10: 0393704599

ISBN-13: 9780393704594

Edition: 2005

Authors: Sophia F. Dziegielewski

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Therapists often need to know the mental and physical impact of drugs on their clients. This guide covers medicines used in mental health practice as well as addressing addiction issues, non-prescription drugs and herbal preparations.

Book details

List price: $27.50
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company, Incorporated
Publication date: 8/17/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 304
Size: 6.50" wide x 9.60" long x 1.10" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English



Acknowledgments


Introduction: Psychotropic Drugs and the Culture of Mental Health Treatments



Medications in the Body and in Clinical Practice



How Medications Work



The Basics of Medication Prescription and Use



The Role of the Non-medically Trained Mental Health Provider



Mental Health Prescription Medications



Medications Used to Treat Depression Disorders



Medications Used to Treat Bipolar Disorders



Medications Used to Treat Anxiety Disorders



Schizophrenia and the Psychotic Disorders



Herbal Preparations, Essential Oils, and Flower Essences



Special Populations


Conclusion and Future Considerations


References


Index