Depression
2nd Edition
Published on 22. March 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-0-19-969273-6 (ISBN)
Description
Depression is a broad term that covers a wide spectrum of conditions ranging from mild despondency to major depressive disorder. It is one of the most common of all medical conditions, yet also one of the most difficult to recognise. There are many effective treatments from evidence-based psychotherapies to antidepressant medications and non-invasive somatic treatments. Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library this concise pocketbook outlines the best principles of care for depression, looking at early recognition, careful assessment and the selection of appropriate treatments. Demonstrating the clinical features and possible causes of clinical depression this pocketbook looks at the current treatment strategies and addresses the diagnostic and treatment issues that clinicians frequently encounter. Using relevant evidence and practical guidance the authors have tried to simplify and aid the management of a very complex disorder.
Reviews / Votes
In just 125 pages or so, Dr. Lam accomplishes the difficult task of educating readers about depression. Each chapter is efficient, covering the key points and providing an understanding of the topic. The graphic illustrations are particularly useful, Doody's ReviewMore details
Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Practising and trainee psychiatrists, clinical specialist nurses, other mental health professionals, and interested GPs.
Edition type
Revised edition
Illustrations
14
Dimensions
Height: 180 mm
Width: 100 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
126 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-969273-6 (9780199692736)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition
Raymond W. Lam | Hiram Mok
Depression
Book
04/2008
Oxford University Press
€16.08
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Person
Raymond Lam, Professor and Head of the Division of Clinical Neuroscience, Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia
Dr. Raymond W. Lam is Professor and Head of the Division of Clinical Neuroscience in the Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, and Director of the Mood Disorders Centre of Excellence at UBC Hospital within the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute. His research examines clinical and neurobiological factors in seasonal, atypical, difficult-to-treat and workplace depression, biological effects of light, clinical trials, clinical guidelines and treatment programs for depression. Dr. Lam has published over 250 scientific articles and book chapters, and edited or authored 6 books on depression. He also sits on the editorial boards of 6 international journals, including the Journal of Affective Disorders and the Cochrane Collaboration. Dr. Lam has received many awards for his research and teaching, including the Silver Anniversary Leadership Award (UBC Medical Alumni, 2006) and the Scientific Achievement Award (Vancouver Coastal Health, 2003).
Dr. Raymond W. Lam is Professor and Head of the Division of Clinical Neuroscience in the Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, and Director of the Mood Disorders Centre of Excellence at UBC Hospital within the Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute. His research examines clinical and neurobiological factors in seasonal, atypical, difficult-to-treat and workplace depression, biological effects of light, clinical trials, clinical guidelines and treatment programs for depression. Dr. Lam has published over 250 scientific articles and book chapters, and edited or authored 6 books on depression. He also sits on the editorial boards of 6 international journals, including the Journal of Affective Disorders and the Cochrane Collaboration. Dr. Lam has received many awards for his research and teaching, including the Silver Anniversary Leadership Award (UBC Medical Alumni, 2006) and the Scientific Achievement Award (Vancouver Coastal Health, 2003).
Content
1. Introduction ; 2. Epidemiology and burden ; 3. Pathogenesis ; 4. Clinical features and diagnosis ; 5. Clinical management ; 6. Psychotherapy ; 7. Pharmacotherapy ; 8. Somatic treatments ; 9. Special populations ; 10. Appendix - sample rating scales