Unlock the Secrets of Neuropsychiatry with the Casebook of Neuropsychiatry

Discover the fascinating world of neuropsychiatry, a critical subspecialty that combines neurology and psychiatry to address organic disturbances in the central nervous system that give rise to mental diseases. The Casebook of Neuropsychiatry, written by Trevor A. Hurwitz, offers a comprehensive and engaging tour of this rapidly growing field.

A Comprehensive Guide to Neuropsychiatry

This valuable resource is comprised of 11 chapters, covering a range of topics from apathy to hyperkinetic states, and from depression to psychobehavioral disinhibition. The book takes the reader on a journey through 38 real-life cases, each carefully crafted to provide a thorough understanding of clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnostic workup, and current treatment options.

Strong Scientific Foundation

The Casebook of Neuropsychiatry is written in an engaging, narrative style, yet is thoroughly grounded in up-to-date scientific research. Each case is carefully placed in its appropriate neurobiological context, allowing readers to enhance their clinical skills and neuropsychiatric knowledge.

Beneficial Features

• Complete coverage of neurological diseases and treatments, including detailed information on the behavioral affiliations of the frontal, temporal, and parietal cortices; limbic system; and basal ganglia.
• Charts, illustrations, and imaging provide access to all necessary diagnostic and medical historical documentation.
• “Key Clinical Points” at the end of each chapter focus the reader’s attention on the most important facts and strategies.
• Suggested readings offer the opportunity to deepen and enhance knowledge and understanding.

A Practical Volume for Professionals

By grounding the field of neuropsychiatry in real-life clinical problems, the editors have created an engaging and practical volume that allows psychiatrists, neurologists, residents, and others to:

• Update their knowledge of current neuropsychiatric thinking
• Sharpen their diagnostic skills
• Fully appreciate the nuance and substance of this rapidly growing field

Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing

Publication Date: April 22, 2013

Language: English

ISBN: 9781585624317, 9781585629923