Unlock the Power of Psychosomatic Medicine with the Casebook of Psychosomatic Medicine

The practice of medicine has long relied on the compilation and study of cases to advance clinical knowledge and communicate it to students, residents, and clinicians. This is particularly true in the field of psychosomatic medicine (PSM), where the “compelling case” is essential for distilling knowledge and conveying it to healthcare professionals.

The Importance of Case Studies in Psychosomatic Medicine

The Casebook of Psychosomatic Medicine is an invaluable contribution to the field, presenting a broad range of cases that illustrate the medical, psychosocial, and intertwined situations psychiatrists are likely to encounter in an academic medical center setting. By showcasing the psychiatric symptoms and/or illnesses managed by PSM psychiatrists in collaboration with other medical colleagues, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of PSM practice.

A Unique and Comprehensive Resource

This patient-centered book stands out from other volumes in the field, offering a range of engaging, detailed, and nuanced PSM cases grounded in a psychiatric, psychosocial, and spiritual context. The relevant science underlying each case is addressed in discussion sections, making the book a valuable resource for both novice and experienced PSM practitioners.

Organized for Easy Reference

The book is organized by organ system or disease type of the presenting illness or symptom, making it easy to navigate and find relevant information. Rare in volumes of this kind, the book includes detailed coverage of the diagnosis and management of cognitive disorders, the management of drug toxicity states, determinations of decisional capacity for medical decision making, and “stress and adaptation,” an issue PSM psychiatrists encounter daily.

Understanding the Impact of Systemic Illnesses on Psychiatric Symptoms

The authors emphasize the critical importance of understanding the impact of patients’ systemic illnesses on their psychiatric symptoms and modifying interventions and care accordingly. This expertise is essential to sound PSM practice and is reflected throughout the book.

A Valuable Resource for PSM Practitioners

As the literature expands and more clinicians incorporate PSM treatment modalities into their practice, The Casebook of Psychosomatic Medicine establishes a new standard for the field. This essential resource is a must-have for any PSM practitioner seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.

Published by American Psychiatric Publishing on November 19, 2008, this book is a valuable addition to any medical library or personal collection. With its comprehensive coverage of PSM cases and expert insights, it is an indispensable resource for anyone committed to advancing the practice of psychosomatic medicine.