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- Case vignettes illustrate situations and issues typically seen in real-life situations (Chs. 15 to 19).
- A unique chapter on the treatment of chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders offers important information to clinicians who work with dually diagnosed patients (Ch. 13).
- A chapter on the treatment of sleep disorders offers essential info to clinicians who treat these common problems (Ch. 11).
- Material on herbal/holistic treatment possibilities assists clinicians in discerning the effectiveness of natural and holistic remedies (Ch. 5).
- An appendix of all psychopharmacology agents lists the generic name, brand name, mechanism of action, typical dose, and common side effects of common medicines students will see in their careers.
- UPDATED: Content reflects the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition (DSM-5).
- UPDATED: Information on the latest medications used to treat a variety of mental health concerns ensures readers are given the most current and correct details.
- UPDATED: Research and references include novel applications of some of the older, well-known medications to keep readers up to date with recent scientific advances.
- EXPANDED: A clinical case example in each treatment-related chapter illustrates how to apply the chapter material in professional situations.
- UPDATED: Quick-reference tables reflect the latest medications and their properties so readers can easily access current info.
- NEW: Information on diagnostic considerations and medications to treat patients with comorbidity and other disorders makes the content clinically relevant to today's practice (Ch. 14).