New Directions in Psychiatry

This book provides in-depth analyses of both met and unmet needs in the management of psychiatric disorders, bridging the gap between theoretical notions and practical understanding. It guides readers to core problems for each topic, taking into account new approaches in the classification of mental disorders.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 230 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the pressing challenges faced by clinicians in their daily clinical practice, offering in-depth examinations of both the met and unmet needs in the management of psychiatric disorders. It has consistently been demonstrated that the requirements of patients, their families, the broader community, and governmental bodies only partially overlap. For instance, patients and their families prioritize concerns such as quality of life, treatment options, autonomy, and independent living, while governmental stakeholders primarily focus on relapse prevention and reducing hospitalizations. Consequently, there is a significant need for a volume that bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical understanding of the untreated aspects of psychiatric disorders.

Rather than relying on traditional descriptions of psychopathology and diagnostic criteria, this volume guides readers toward the core issues associated with each topic, considering the latest advancements in the classification of mental disorders proposed by the DSM-5. It elaborates on highly debated and controversial topics such as the assessment and treatment of psychomotor agitation and non-adherence to treatment, which have significant implications within the psychiatric context. With its unique approach, this book appeals to a wide range of individuals interested in the field, including researchers, clinicians, and trainees.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030426392
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020