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Scion Publishing Clinical Psychiatry 1st Edition by Charles Debattista|Ira D Glick|Mohsin Azam|Mohammed Qureshi|Daniel Kinnair
Clinical Psychiatryis an adaptation of Psychiatry: a clinical handbook. It covers diagnosis and management based on the DSM-5 Criteria and is suitable for use in all areas that utilize this system.
It provides all the essential information required for a successful psychiatry rotation. Written by two senior psychiatry professors, the book offers an exam-centered, reader-friendly style backed up with concise clinical guidance. For every psychiatric condition:the diagnostic pathway is provided with suggested phrasing for sensitive questionsthe relevant clinical features to look out for in the mental status examination are listeda concise definition and basic pathophysiology/etiology is outlined.Self-assessment questions are provided at the end of each chapter. A chapter is dedicated to OSCE scenarios to aid practicing with colleagues in preparation for exams. Board-style exam questions with detailed answers are also provided.
Printed with an attractive full-color design, the book includes mnemonics, clinical photos, diagrams, OSCE tips, and key fact boxes. Clinical Psychiatry is exactly the type of book medical students, residents, and psychiatry trainees need to help develop a strong psychiatric understanding.
From reviews:
"This is a well-organized, easily accessible overview of psychiatry for learners, specifically medical students rotating in psychiatry... a wonderful resource for those looking for a general introduction to clinical psychiatry."