Psychiatry

By Stewart Paton

Book Overview

Psychiatry by Paton and Stewart is a comprehensive guide to the field of psychiatry, covering all aspects of mental health and illness. The book provides a detailed overview of the history of psychiatry, including its origins and development over time. It also explores the various theories and approaches to understanding mental illness, including psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and biological perspectives.The authors provide an in-depth examination of the diagnostic process, including the use of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and other assessment tools. They also discuss the various treatment options available for mental illness, including medication, psychotherapy, and other forms of therapy.Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to mental health care, taking into account not only the biological and psychological factors that contribute to mental illness, but also the social and environmental factors that can impact mental health.Overall, Psychiatry by Paton and Stewart is an essential resource for anyone interested in the field of psychiatry, from students and trainees to practicing clinicians and researchers. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, covering all aspects of mental health and illness, and emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to care.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163130265
• ISBN13: 9781163130261
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 630 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"