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Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals, 3rd edition

  • Richard S. Sinacola, 
  • Timothy Peters-Strickland, 
  • Joshua D. Wyner

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Overview

Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals provides up-to-date information on the latest medications, using easy-to-understand language. This practical and engaging text includes numerous case studies that illustrate the skills needed for successful practice in the field.

The 3rd Edition is updated to the DSM-5 and includes information and research on the newest medications. Additional clinical case examples have also been added throughout the text.

Published by Pearson (July 15th 2021) - Copyright © 2020

ISBN-13: 9780137525720

Subject: Counseling

Category: Psychopharmacology

Overview

Why Study Psychopharmacology

1. Basic Neurobiology Psychopharmacology and Pharmacokinetics
2. History Taking and Assessment Techniques
3. Treatment of Unipolar Depression
4. Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
5. Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
6. Treatment of Psychotic Disorders
7. Treatment of ADHD and Disorders of Attention
8. Treatment of Cognitive Disorders
9. Treatment of Sleep Disorders
10. Treatment of Personality Disorders
11. Treatment of Chemical Dependency and Co-Occurring Conditions
12. Treatment of Comorbidity and Other Disorders
13. Case Vignettes: Children
14. Case Vignettes: Adolescents
15. Case Vignettes: Early Adulthood
16. Case Vignettes: Middle Adulthood
17. Case Vignettes: Older Adulthood

Appendix: Table of Psychotropic Medications

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