Molecular Neuropharmacology by Eric J. Nestler; Steven E. Hyman; Robert C. Malenka Market: Pharmacy and medical students; neuroscientists; neurologists; pharmacologists Updated edition has an attractive full-color design with more illustrations Includes numerous Fact Boxes to help reinforce learning

Prescribing Mental Health Medication by Christopher M. Doran Prescribing Mental Health Medication is a text for practitioners who treat mental disorders with medication. It explains the entire process of medication assessment, management and follow up for general medical practitioners, mental health practitioners, students, residents, prescribing nurses and others perfecting this skill. Already used by providers and training institutions throughout the world, the newly revised second edition is completely updated and focuses on the following key issues: How to determine if medication is needed Proper dosing and how to start and stop medication When to change medication Dealing with difficult patients Specific mental health symptoms and appropriate medication Special populations including pregnant women, substance abusers, children and adolescents, and the elderly Monitoring medication with blood levels Management of medication side effects and avoidance of medication risk The misuse of medication Prescription of generic preparations Prescriptions via the Internet, telemedicine, and electronic medical records Organizing a prescriptive office and record-keeping Completely updated, this text includes information on all psychotropic medications in use in the United States and the United Kingdom. It incorporates clinical tips, sample dialogues for talking about medications to patients, and information specifically relevant in primary care settings.

Schatzberg's Manual of Clinical Psychopharmacology by Charles DeBattista; Alan F. Schatzberg A seminal resource since the first edition was published in 1986, Schatzberg's Manual of Clinical Psychopharmacology has distinguished itself, from the very beginning, for its readability and comprehensive approach to the field. This tenth edition builds on that legacy, providing a thorough understanding of evolving treatments and medications. Blending evidence-based information with practical, real-world experience, this accessible volume examines the efficacy, dosing, and side effects of drug classes such as antidepressants, antipsychotic medications, mood stabilizers, and stimulants. Key features of this edition include the following: * Updated information on newly FDA-approved agents such as vesicular monoamine transporter type-2 inhibitors for tardive dyskinesia, as well as those in late-stage review* A new chapter on pharmacogenomic testing and other commercially available tests designed to help clinicians select appropriate medications for their patients* Quick-reference summary tables on psychotropic classes for swift access to essential information, facilitating informed decision-making in clinical practice* A comprehensive list of suggested readings for each chapter, opening the door to further study and exploration Additional sections also discuss approaches to treatment-resistant disorders, pharmacotherapy for substance use disorders, and working in specific settings and with special populations--including emergency department treatment and treating pregnant patients, children, and individuals from minority and marginalized communities. With its unrivaled wealth of information, Schatzberg's Manual of Clinical Psychopharmacology remains a trusted, indispensable resource for clinicians seeking the latest advancements in psychopharmacology, arming them with the knowledge they will need to navigate with confidence the intricacies of psychotropic medications.