A detailed yet nontechnical discussion of general principles of each class of psychoactive drugs, addressing the mechanisms of action of each drug and drug class, current theories about the etiology of major psychological disorders and rationales for drug treatment, and uses and limitations of psychopharmacology in overall patient management. This eighth edition reflects advances in the field since 1995, such as new antipsychotics, opioid agonists, and psychedelics, and offers expanded material on ADHD, alternatives to lithium, anabolic steroids, and antidepressants. Also new to this edition is are clinical guidelines for treating psychological disorders, and appendices on non-opioid analgesics, oral contraceptives, drugs for Parkinsonism, and an illustrated introduction to the brain, the neuron, and synaptic transmission. For professionals and students in counseling, psychology, and psychotherapy, assuming minimal background in biology. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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Da: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Good. Since 1975, Robert Julien's A Primer of Drug Action has been the definitive guide to the effects of psychoactive drugs on the brain and on behavior. Now fully updated, this popular guide continues to lead the way through a rapidly changing field, providing readers with a clear, contemporary, and objective look at every drug and medication that either positively or adversely affects brain function. This edition includes important new information on -Herbal medications-Drug therapy for behavioral and anxiety disorders-Clinical practice guidelines for treating psychological disorders-Depression and the action of antidepressant drugs-The use of newer anticonvulsants in the treatment of bipolar disorder, pain syndromes, and behavioral disorders-Drug therapy for children, adolescents and the elderly-New generation antipsychotic agentsAuthoritative, comprehensive, and suitable for those with little background in biology, A Primer of Drug Action is an indispensable source of information for anyone interested in drug use, abuse, and education. Codice articolo 00102772982
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Da: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condizione: Good. 8th Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Codice articolo 2034444-6
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Da: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Good. Since 1975, Robert Julien's A Primer of Drug Action has been the definitive guide to the effects of psychoactive drugs on the brain and on behavior. Now fully updated, this popular guide continues to lead the way through a rapidly changing field, providing readers with a clear, contemporary, and objective look at every drug and medication that either positively or adversely affects brain function. This edition includes important new information on -Herbal medications-Drug therapy for behavioral and anxiety disorders-Clinical practice guidelines for treating psychological disorders-Depression and the action of antidepressant drugs-The use of newer anticonvulsants in the treatment of bipolar disorder, pain syndromes, and behavioral disorders-Drug therapy for children, adolescents and the elderly-New generation antipsychotic agentsAuthoritative, comprehensive, and suitable for those with little background in biology, A Primer of Drug Action is an indispensable source of information for anyone interested in drug use, abuse, and education. Codice articolo CIN0716731126G
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