Provides a comprehensive overview of child, adolescent, adult, and old-age psychiatric conditions, thoroughly updated with the latest changes to legislature and classification
Features discussion of historical context, current controversies, and ongoing challenges to provide a holistic view of the specialty
Filled with clinical observations, guidance, and commentary from the authors' practical experiences of working in the field
Offers practical guidance for principles and management of individual conditions

New to this Edition:

Includes a new section on neuropsychiatry to reflect the increased understanding of the biological basis of mental disorders
Thoroughly updated with the latest changes to legislature, classification, and licensed drug indications
Rewritten to reflect the evolution of ideas influencing psychiatric thinking, including global mental health and gender-related issues