Revision Notes in Psychiatry: The Ultimate Study Guide for MRCPsych Exams

Co-authored by Basant Puri, Annie Hall, and Roger Ho, the third edition of Revision Notes in Psychiatry is an indispensable study resource for psychiatry residents and practitioners alike. This comprehensive guide provides a clear and contemporary summary of clinical psychiatry, covering the entire MRCPsych exam syllabus and CACS examination.

Structured for Success

The book is divided into three key sections, each addressing a specific area of the MRCPsych exam:

Paper 1: Foundations of Psychiatry

• General and adult psychiatric disorders
• History and mental state examination
• Cognitive assessment
• Neurology and psychology for psychiatrists
• Psychopathology
• History of psychiatry and psychiatric ethics

Paper 2: Biological and Psychological Foundations

• Psychopharmacology
• Neurobiology for psychiatrists
• Psychiatric genetics
• Epidemiology
• Advanced psychological processes and treatments

Paper 3: Applied Psychiatry

• Critical appraisal
• Learning disability
• Child and adolescent psychiatry
• Old age psychiatry
• Forensic psychiatry
• Consultation liaison psychiatry
• Neuropsychiatry
• Psychosexual medicine

This fully updated third edition incorporates recent references, additional figures, and the latest DSM-5 criteria. It also includes NICE guidelines, ensuring that candidates have access to the most trusted and up-to-date information available.

With its comprehensive coverage and expert guidance, Revision Notes in Psychiatry, Third Edition is the ultimate resource for achieving success in higher examinations in psychiatry.

Book Details:

• ISBN-13: 9781444170139
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication Date: December 2, 2013
• Edition: 3
• Pages: 848