The prevalence of psychiatry in popular culture has coincided with the rise of amateur "armchair" psychiatrists -- and this often serves to muddy the waters about what, exactly, the field entails. For all the misconceptions, though, psychiatry is an endlessly fascinating field, charged with defining and recognizing mental illnesses, identifying methods for treating them, and discovering their causes and developing measures to prevent them.

Introductory Textbook of Psychiatry dispels common misunderstandings and delves into what makes this such an exciting discipline. Now in its seventh edition, this bestselling guide is organized along the lines of DSM-5® and has been updated to reflect changes to the manual, including new medications and therapies.

Rigorous in scope, Introductory Textbook of Psychiatry is nevertheless accessible and conversational in tone. It employs fascinating case vignettes, clinical pearls, self-assessment questions, and tables and figures as it offers a summary of: • The DSM-5® diagnostic system• The neurobiological basis of psychiatry• Interviewing and assessment -- including specific questions that patients can be asked• The various psychiatric disorders• Legal issues• Psychiatric emergencies• Treatment Initially developed for medical students and beginning residents, this guide is also a valuable reference for nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers, and psychologists. And because it has been edited to align with the Pocket Guide to Psychiatric Practice, it makes an excellent companion piece to that volume, as well.

This volume summarizes the DSM-5® diagnostic system, various psychiatric disorders and treatments, interviewing and assessment, psychiatric emergencies, legal issues, and more. Other features, such as clinical points, self-assessment questions, and an exhaustive glossary of terms, add to the educational value and enhance learning.

About the AuthorsPrefaceIntroductionPart I: Background1. Diagnosis and Classification2. Interviewing and Assessment3. Neurobiology and Genetics of Mental IllnessPart II: Psychiatric Disorders4. Neurodevelopmental (Child) Disorders5. Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders6. Mood Disorders7. Anxiety Disorders8. Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders9. Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders10. Somatic Symptom Disorders and Dissociative Disorders11. Feeding and Eating Disorders12. Sleep-Wake Disorders13. Sexual Dysfunction, Gender Dysphoria, and Paraphilic Disorders14. Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders15. Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders16. Neurocognitive Disorders17. Personality DisordersPart III: Special Topics18. Psychiatric Emergencies19. Legal Issues20. Psychotherapy21. Somatic TreatmentsBibliographyGlossaryIndex