"Essentials of Psychiatry for MBBS" is a complete, unit-wise guide covering 17 units of psychiatry for MBBS students.
Unit I - Foundations: Covers normality, abnormality, mental health, history, scope, doctor-patient relationship, stigma, NMHP, and Mental Healthcare Act 2017.
Units II-XV: Detailed exploration of psychiatric history taking, mental status examination, classification, organic, substance use, psychotic, mood, neurotic, personality, child/adolescent, geriatric, psychosomatic, emergency, psychotherapy, and community psychiatry.
Units XVI-XVII: Modern dimensions of psychiatry, including forensic psychiatry, ethical/legal considerations, neurobiology, brain stimulation, neuroimaging, psychoneuroimmunology, telepsychiatry, and AI applications.
The book integrates clinical insights, practical assessment techniques, rating scales, rehabilitation, legal aspects, and preventive strategies, making it an essential companion for MBBS students, interns, and young clinicians preparing for exams or clinical pra
Language: Simple, concise, and MBBS-friendly
Format: Unit-wise, textbook-style, with clear headings and subheadings
Content: 17 units covering theory, clinical practice, community care, rehabilitation, forensic psychiatry, and recent advances
Focus: Exam-oriented knowledge, practical application, clinical relevance, and research-based insights
Features: Examples, clinical scenarios, rating scales, references, and guidelines from NMHP, DMHP, and MHCA 2017