Theory and Practice of Psychiatry

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Summary: An excellent overview
Review: As an practicing psychiatrist I found this book written at just the right level of complexity. It can be appreciated by trainees and practitioners alike, and offers a comprehensive look at the field without being overwhelming. Very well written throughout.

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Summary: Great Book
Review: I have worked in Psychiatry for more than 35 years as a Psychiatric Nurse and have read many text books. I was quite pleasantly surprised to find a book that is so informative and yet reads like a novel. The illustrations and examples are very realistic and describe quite accurately the behaviors and situations we deal with on the unit on a daily basis. The author has clearly had hands-on experience. I highly recommend this book.

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Summary: Very readable and informative
Review: This is a wonderful review and update of Psychiatry.. I am an internist and pediatrician and use this often. It has great information on drugs used and their mechanisms. The discussions on the various disorders is great. It is easy read with lots of tidbits thrown in. Clearly, the best psychiatry book I've used.