Oxford Textbook of Philosophy of Psychiatry (International Perspectives in Philosophy and Psychiatry)

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Mental health research and care in the twenty first century faces a series of conceptual and ethical challenges arising from unprecedented advances in the neurosciences, combined with radical cultural and organisational change. The Oxford Textbook of Philosophy of Psychiatry is aimed at all those responding to these challenges, from professionals in health and social care, managers, lawyers and policy makers; service users, informal carers and others in the voluntary sector; through to philosophers, neuroscientists and clinical researchers. Organised around a series of case studies in five key topic areas - concepts of disorder, the philosophical history of psychopathology, philosophy of science, ethics and philosophical value theory, and philosophy of mind - the book provides a detailed introduction to the field and a framework for study and skill development. Each case study is supported by selected readings from both philosophy and mental health, thinking skills exercises, self-test questions, key learning points and detailed guides to further reading. There is an introduction for philosophers to classification and descriptive psychopathology, and for practitioners to philosophical methods (including logic). The philosophical topics covered include philosophical methods (analytic and Continental); phenomenology, hermeneutics and existentialism, logical empiricism and its successors; idealism and realism; reasons and causes; and modern theories of mind and brain, free will and personal identity. Topics from mental health include psychiatry and 'anti-psychiatry'; Jaspers' psychopathology and the new neurosciences; the future of psychiatric classifications; strengths-based approaches, recovery practice, social inclusion and diversity; and key topics in psychopathology, such as delusion, autism, disorders of volition, thought insertion and other experiences in schizophrenia. The Oxford Textbook of Philosophy of Psychiatry aims to secure the skills-base of the discipline by bringing philosophers closer to the realities of practice in mental health, and mental health practitioners closer to the resources of philosophy as a partner to the sciences in responding to the challenges of twenty-first century mental health and social care.
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 "Text or Reference" 2008-07-25
By Ejames LIEBERMAN (Potomac, Maryland United States)
A recently retired psychiatrist, I regard this as a major achievement, and much needed. I wonder, though, how many training programs will devote the time necessary for residents to make a dent in the material. Few programs teach history of psychiatry, fewer, philosophy. This works as a reference book, though it is set up as a teaching program, and familiarity with its structure, premises and goals is essential for getting the most out of it. All this text and a CD, too! Well-written, illustrated, objective. I thank the editors/authors.

 "Oxford Textbook of Philosophy and Psychiatry" 2007-05-13
By Dr. KEN (PENNA> USA)
Excellent, comprehensive and immensely practical. It defines the field and advances mental health care in one stroke.


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Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry, Fifth Edition

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Widely recognised as the standard text for trainee psychiatrists, the 'Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry' stands head and shoulders above the competition. Written by three of the most experienced clinicians and researchers in European psychiatry and neuroscience, the text has been honed over five editions and displays a fluency, authority and insight which is not only rarely found but makes the process of assimilating information as smooth and enjoyable as possible. The book provides an introduction to all the clinical topics required by the trainee psychiatrist, including all the sub-specialties and major psychiatric conditions. Throughout, the authors emphasize the basic clinical skills required for the full assessment and understanding of the patient. Discussion of treatment includes not only scientific evidence, but also practical problems in the management of individual patients. The text emphasizes an evidence-based approach to practice and gives full attention to ethical and legal issues. Introductory chapters focus on recognition of signs and symptoms, classification and diagnosis, psychiatric assessment, and aetiology. Further chapters cover both pharmacological and psychological treatments in detail. A key feature is the equal prominence given to ICD and DSM classification - often with direct comparisons - which gives the book a universal appeal. Revised to include the latest evidence and guidelines using a team of expert advisors, the 'Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry' is the most up-to-date secondary level textbook of psychiatry available. The fifth edition also boasts a new modern design and greater use of summary boxes, tables, and lists than ever before. The extensive bibliography has been brought right up to date and there are targeted reading lists for each chapter. The 'Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry' fulfils all the study and revision needs of psychiatric trainees, but will also prove useful to medical students, GPs, qualified psychiatrists, and those in related fields who need to keep up to date with current psychiatric practice.
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 "Anti-science bias" 2009-12-01
By Justin Reilly (Lafayette, CO)
Mayou associated with the junk scientists trying to psychopathologize ME (myalgic encephalomyelitis; aka CFIDS/CFS). He writes of ME (CFS) as neurasthenia. He characterizes it as basically a somatoform disorder with AIB around inappropriate exercise avoidance. Patently false. There have been over 4,000 articles is peer reviewed medical journals showing frank biological pathology in ME. Shameful.


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New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry (2 volume set)

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The New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry is one of the leading reference works in this field. Bringing together over 200 chapters from the leading figures in the discipline, it presents a comprehensive account of clinical psychiatry, with reference to its scientific basis and to the patient's perspective throughout.

In the 8 years since publication of the first edition, many new and exciting developments have occurred in the biological sciences, which are having a major impact on how we study and practise psychiatry. In addition, psychiatry has fostered closer ties with philosophy, and these are leading to healthy discussions about how we should diagnose and treat mental illness. This new edition recognises these and other developments.

Throughout, accounts of clinical practice are linked to the underlying science, and to the evidence for the efficacy of treatments. Physical and psychological treatments, including psychodynamic approaches, are covered in depth. The history of psychiatry, ethics, public health aspects, and public attitudes to psychiatry and to patients are all given due attention.

The New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry will continue to serve the profession as an authoritative and comprehensive reference. All chapters from the first edition have been completely revised and 50 new chapters added
The sections on forensic psychiatry and on psychology as a basic science have been expanded
Sections on treatment combine an evidence based approach with practical advice based on clinical experience
Among the new chapters are new entries on Stigma and discrimination, and on Values based practice.


Destined to be used by those in higher training, for continuing education and reaccreditation, and as a specialist's reference, the New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry will be the one reference work that everyone in the field will want on their shelves.
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 "New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry (2 Volume Set)" 2009-12-02
By bsw (Baltimore, MD, USA)
although the item i ordered was called "New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry (2 Volume Set)" what arrived was only volume 2, not volume 1. evidently there was some "miscommunication" between the seller and Amazon. a real waste of time to order the advertised thing, receive only half of that, and then have to do a return.

 "Comprehensive review" 2001-02-23
By Ricardo Sainz (France)
This is exactly what this book represents: a comprehensive review of the finest research papers in Psychiatric topics of all times. The reader will find everything there is in Psychiatry today on it; from Epidemiological data to Neurobiological Etiology, Psychopathology and current and future aspects on Psychiatry Research. As a reference book is priceless; as a scientific text, sound. Nowadays, one of the essentials in any Psychiatric library.


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