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Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals 3rd Edition by Richard Sinacola, ISBN-13: 978-0134893648
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- Publisher : Pearson; 3rd edition (April 8, 2019)
- Language : English
- 208 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0134893646
- ISBN-13 : 978-0134893648
An easy-to-understand guide to psychopharmacology for non-medical helping professionals.
Basic Psychopharmacology for Mental Health Professionals provides up-to-date information on the latest medications in easy-to-understand language. This practical and engaging text includes numerous case studies that illustrate the skills needed for successful practice in the field. The 3rd Edition is updated to the DSM-5, and it includes updated information and research on the newest medications. Additional clinical case examples have also been added throughout the text.
Table of Contents:
About The Authors
Preface
What’s New in the Third Edition
Chapter Outlines for the Third Edition
Brief Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Why Study Psychopharmacology
Reasons for the Nonmedical Therapist to Read This Book
Chapter 2 Basic Neurobiology
Neurons
Neural Communication
Electrical and Chemical Properties of Neural Transmission
Phase 1: Stimulation
Phase 2: Rising Phase
Phase 3: Peak and Falling Phase
Phase 4: Undershoot and Refractory Period
Neurotransmitters of Emotion and Behavior
Chapter 3 Psychopharmacology and Pharmacokinetics
Routes of Drug Administration
Drug Absorption, Distribution, and Metabolism
Drug Absorption
Drug Distribution
Protein Binding
Drug Half-Life
Lipid Solubility
Drug Metabolism
Other Pharmacokinetic Principles
Therapeutic Index and Dose
Tolerance and Withdrawal
Discontinuation Syndrome
Potentiation and Synergism
Placebo Response
Prescription and Pharmacy Terms
Chapter 4 History Taking and Assessment Techniques
Obtaining Patient History
Mental Status Examination
Patient Questionnaires and Assessment Instruments
Structuring the Initial Interview
Chapter 5 Treatment of Unipolar Depression
Biological Versus Environmental Depression
Causes of Biological Depression
Counseling and Psychotherapy
Medications for Depression
Herbal and Holistic Substances
Light Therapy for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Importance of Exercise
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and other Treatments
Procedural Steps for Patient Treatment
Case Vignettes
Chapter 6 Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
Prevalence and Types of Bipolar Illness
Causes of Bipolar Disorder
Counseling and Psychotherapy
Medications for Bipolar Disorder
Lithium
Anticonvulsants
Valproate
Carbamazepine
Lamotrigine
Gabapentin
Topiramate
Oxcarbazepine
Other Anticonvulsant Medications
Atypical Antipsychotic Medications
Olanzapine
Symbyax
Risperidone.
Quetiapine
Ziprasidone
Aripiprazole
Clozapine
Asenapine
Cariprazine
Lurasidone
Typical Antipsychotic Medications
Other Medications
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Treatment Resistance and Protocol
Mania Treatment Protocol
Depression Treatment Protocol
Treatment Protocol for Mixed Mood States
Patient and Family Education
Patient Education
Family Education
Case Vignettes
Chapter 7 Treatment of Anxiety Disorders
Symptoms and Causes of Anxiety Disorders
Panic Disorder with or Without Agoraphobia
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Adjustment Disorders and Other Phobic Conditions
Other Anxiety-Related Impulse Issues
Treatment Reminders and Cautions
Case Vignettes
Chapter 8 Treatment of Psychotic Disorders
Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders
Schizophrenia
Symptoms in Schizophrenia
Positive Symptoms
Negative Symptoms
Cognitive Symptoms
Mood
Causes of Psychotic Disorders
Medications for Psychotic Behaviors
Atypical Antipsychotic Medications
Typical Antipsychotic Medications
Adverse Effects of Typical and Atypical Antipsychotics
Treatment Protocol
Other Significant Issues to Consider
Case Vignettes
Chapter 9 Treatment of ADHD and Disorders of Attention
Etiology of ADHD
Diagnostic Assessment of Attention Disorders
Psychological and Pharmacological Treatment
Case Vignettes
Chapter 10 Treatment of Cognitive Disorders
Forms of Dementia
Alzheimer’s Disease
Medical and Behavioral Evaluation of Cognitive Disorders
Medications for Cognitive Disorders
Other Approaches to Cognitive Enhancement
Other Significant Issues to Consider
Case Vignettes
Chapter 11 Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Stages of Sleep
Sleep Disorders and Conditions
Behavioral Techniques for Treating Sleep Disorders
Pharmacology for Sleep Disorders
Holistic Treatments
Case Vignettes
Chapter 12 Treatment of Personality Disorders
Use of Medications for Personality Disorders
Tailoring Medications to Symptom Clusters
Other Considerations
Case Vignettes
Chapter 13 Treatment of Chemical Dependency and Co-Occurring Conditions
Co-Occurring Conditions
The Dopamine Hypothesis
Treatment Issues
Assessment Instruments and Strategies
Treatment Phases and Goals
Psychopharmacology for Dually Diagnosed Patients
Alcohol Dependence
Opioid Dependence
Cocaine Dependence
Other Types of Addiction
Summary and Treatment Reminders
Case Vignettes
Chapter 14 Treatment of Comorbidity and Other Disorders
Medical and Psychiatric Comorbidity
Chronic Neuropathic Pain
Eating Disorders and Obesity
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge-Eating Disorder
Obesity
Disruptive and Impulse Control Disorders
Case Vignettes
Chapter 15 Case Vignettes: Children
Napoleon
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Christina
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Marky
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Chapter 16 Case Vignettes: Adolescents
Johnny
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Jennifer
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Violet
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Chapter 17 Case Vignettes: Early Adulthood
Stone
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Ava
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Candy
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Chapter 18 Case Vignettes: Middle Adulthood
Chester
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Sally
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Tony
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Chapter 19 Case Vignettes: Older Adulthood
Rose
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Anthony
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Margarita
Clinical History
Postcase Discussion and Diagnosis
Psychopharmacological Treatment
Appendix Table of Psychotropic Medications
Glossary
Additional Readings
References
Index
Richard Sinacola, PhD, a licensed psychologist, is a Lecturer, Department of Psychology, California State University, Los Angeles. He is an Adjunct Full Professor and former Chair of Clinical Psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles, an Adjunct Professor of psychology and MFT at Brandman University, and an Adjunct Professor of theology and pastoral counseling at St. Clement Seminary. He maintains a private consulting and psychology practice in Pasadena and the Palm Springs area and currently serves as the APA curriculum consultant for Audio Digest Corporation in Glendale. He served as the former Director of Psychology Programs for Chapman University in Palm Desert and was the former Chair of Counseling and Addiction Studies at the University of Detroit Mercy. He has served on the editorial board of the Michigan Journal of Counseling and Development, and he is the past secretary of the Michigan Psychological Association. He holds degrees in psychology, counseling, clinical social work, and theology from the University of Detroit, Wayne State University, and St. Clement Seminary.
Timothy Peters-Strickland, MD, is Vice President, Global Clinical Development, CNS and Digital Medicine, at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development and Commercialization. He was former Medical Director in Neuroscience at Covance in Princeton and conducts clinical research in the mental health field. Dr. Peters-Strickland has held an appointment as a clinical instructor with the University of Southern California. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology with an added qualification in Addiction Psychiatry. Dr. Peters-Strickland obtained his medical degree from the University of Florida after obtaining a BA in Biochemistry from Florida State University. He completed his psychiatric residency at the University of Southern California.
Joshua D. Wyner, PhD, is an Associate Professor and Interim Department Chair of Marriage and Family Therapy at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Los Angeles. He maintains a private practice as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Los Angeles and serves as an outside supervisor for the Maple Counseling Center. He was the Psychophysiology Lab Manager for the USC Twin Project, a multi-decade longitudinal study that examines the genetics of psychopathology and related behaviors. He has also worked with USC’s Optical Materials and Devices Laboratory, developing hardware for retinal prosthetics. Dr. Wyner holds degrees in Clinical Neuroscience, Electrical Engineering, and Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Southern California.
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