(Ebook) Biological Psychiatry by Michael R. Trimble, Mark S. George (auth.) ISBN 9780470688946, 9780470689394, 0470688947, 0470689390

(Ebook) Biological Psychiatry by Michael R. Trimble, Mark S. George (auth.) ISBN 9780470688946, 9780470689394, 0470688947, 0470689390

Biological psychiatry has dominated psychiatric thinking for the past 40 years, but the knowledge base of the discipline has increased substantially more recently, particularly with advances in genetics and neuroimaging. The third edition of Biological Psychiatry has been thoroughly updated taking into account these developments. As in the earlier editions of the book, there are comprehensive reviews and explanations of the latest advances in neurochemistry, neuroanatomy, genetics and brain imaging— descriptions not only of methodologies but also of the application of these in clinical settings. It is within this context that there is a considerable emphasis in the book on brain–behaviour relationships both within and without the clinical setting.

This edition has been enhanced by the inclusion of new chapters, one on anxiety and another on motivation and the addictions. The chapter that relates to treatments has been extended to include the latest information on brain stimulation techniques. The overall book is well illustrated in order to help with an understanding of the text.

For the third edition, Professor Michael Trimble has been joined by Professor Mark George as co-author. These are two of the world's leading biological psychiatrists who both have considerable clinical as well as research experience which they have brought to the book. Unlike multiauthored texts, it has a continuity running through it which aids understanding and prevents repetition.

This book is strongly recommended for all practising psychiatrists and trainees wishing for an up-to-date, authoritative, easy to digest and acessible review of the latest advances and conceptualizations in the field. It will also appeal to neurologists interested in neuropsychiatry and biological psychiatry or the psychiatric aspects of neurological disorders, as well as other practising clinicians (psychologists, social workers, nurses) in the mental health field.Content:
Chapter 1 Principles of Brain Function and Structure: 1 Genetics, Physiology and Chemistry (pages 1–29):
Chapter 2 Principles of Brain Function and Structure: 2 Anatomy (pages 31–63):
Chapter 3 Important Brain–Behaviour Relationships (pages 65–81):
Chapter 4 Classifications and Clinical Investigations (pages 83–111):
Chapter 5 Personality Disorders (pages 113–129):
Chapter 6 Anxiety Disorders (pages 131–145):
Chapter 7 The Schizophrenias (pages 147–181):
Chapter 8 Affective Disorders (pages 183–213):
Chapter 9 The Addictions and Disorders of Motivation (pages 215–229):
Chapter 10 Epilepsy (pages 231–256):
Chapter 11 The Dementias (pages 257–279):
Chapter 12 Biological Treatments (pages 281–329):
Chapter 13 Epilogue: Progress toward a Neuroanatomically, Biological?Psychiatrically Informed Classification Scheme in Psychiatry (pages 331–334):