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Oxford Psychiatry Library Series

• Covers in detail not only the biological and psychological basis of schizophrenia but also the aetiology and treatment options
• The authors are well known and highly respected
• A comprehensive pocketbook that is relevant to a range of students trainees and specialists

Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library of pocketbooks this user-friendly and practical guide will outline the diagnosis evaluation and treatment of patients with schizophrenia. Co-authored by two global experts on the management of patients with psychosis this pocketbook will serve as a useful guide for psychiatrists trainees psychiatric specialist nurses and interested general practitioners.

Schizophrenia is one of the most disabling mental illnesses and is also highly prevalent occurring in approximately 1% of the population and affecting both men and women equally. The disorder has a typical onset of between 15 and 35 years of age and is characterised by impairments in reality most commonly hallucinations and delusions. It is a highly complex condition and is often confused with other mental disorders such as bipolar disorder. This new edition will cover new DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and to reflect new data and include new longitudinal studies on psychiatric and medical co-morbidity Genetic and environmental factors new drug therapies adherence and the role of depots new advances in psychosocial therapies (CBTACT & cognitive remediation) and includes an updated and expanded appendix.


Authors: David Castle and Peter Buckley


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