Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals, 3rd edition
Published by Pearson (April 8, 2019) © 2020
- Richard S. Sinacola
- Timothy Peters-Strickland
- Joshua D. Wyner
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For psychopharmacology courses.
An easy-to-understand guide to psychopharmacology for non-medical helping professionals
Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals provides up-to-date information on the latest medications, using easy-to-understand language. This practical and engaging text includes numerous case studies that illustrate the skills needed for successful practice in the field.
The 3rd Edition is updated to the DSM-5 and includes information and research on the newest medications. Additional clinical case examples have also been added throughout the text.
Hallmark features of this title
- 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.
New and updated features of this title
- 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).
- Why Study Psychopharmacology
- Basic NeurobiologyPsychopharmacology and Pharmacokinetics
- History Taking and Assessment Techniques
- Treatment of Unipolar Depression
- Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
- Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
- Treatment of Psychotic Disorders
- Treatment of ADHD and Disorders of Attention
- Treatment of Cognitive Disorders
- Treatment of Sleep Disorders
- Treatment of Personality Disorders
- Treatment of Chemical Dependency and Co-Occurring Conditions
- Treatment of Comorbidity and Other Disorders
- Case Vignettes: Children
- Case Vignettes: Adolescents
- Case Vignettes: Early Adulthood
- Case Vignettes: Middle Adulthood
- Case Vignettes: Older Adulthood
Appendix: Table of Psychotropic Medications
About our authors
Richard S. Sinacola, PhD, a licensed psychologist, is a Lecturer, Department of Psychology, California State University, Los Angeles. He is an Adjunct Full Professor and former Chair of Clinical Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles, an Adjunct Professor of psychology and MFT at Brandman University, and an Adjunct Professor of theology and pastoral counseling at St. Clement Seminary. He maintains a private consulting and psychology practice in Pasadena and the Palm Springs area and currently serves as the APA curriculum consultant for Audio Digest Corporation in Glendale. He served as the former Director of Psychology Programs for Chapman University in Palm Desert and was the former Chair of Counseling and Addiction Studies at the University of Detroit Mercy. He has served on the editorial board of the Michigan Journal of Counseling and Development, and he is the past secretary of the Michigan Psychological Association. He holds degrees in psychology, counseling, clinical social work, and theology from the University of Detroit, Wayne State University, and St. Clement Seminary.
Timothy Peters-Strickland, MD, is Vice President, Global Clinical Development, CNS and Digital Medicine, at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development and Commercialization. He was former Medical Director in Neuroscience at Covance in Princeton and conducts clinical research in the mental health field. Dr. Peters-Strickland has held an appointment as a clinical instructor with the University of Southern California. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with an added qualification in Addiction Psychiatry. Dr. Peters-Strickland obtained his medical degree from the University of Florida after obtaining a BA in Biochemistry from Florida State University. He completed his psychiatric residency at the University of Southern California.
Joshua D. Wyner, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Interim Department Chair of Marriage and Family Therapy at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. He maintains a private practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles and serves as an outside supervisor for the Maple Counseling Center. He was the Psychophysiology Lab Manager for the USC Twin Project, a multi-decade longitudinal study that examines the genetics of psychopathology and related behaviors. He has also worked with USC's Optical Materials and Devices Laboratory, developing hardware for retinal prosthetics. Dr. Wyner holds degrees in Clinical Neuroscience, Electrical Engineering, and Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California.
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