Overview

Psychiatry for the Boards, Second Edition is the most effective test preparation tool for standard clinical psychiatry exams, including the PRITE, the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology written exam, recertification exams, and psychiatry questions on the USMLE Steps 2 and 3. The book presents high-yield information and mnemonics in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format. Appendices contain 100 sample Board-type questions and practical exam preparation tips. Completely updated, with nearly half the chapters rewritten, this edition is DSM-IV-TR compatible and includes new developments in psychopharmacology, neuroscience, and technology. Six new chapters cover human development; ECT, VNS, and DBS; seizure disorders; localized impairment0/00strokes, brain injuries, and brain tumors; peripheral nerve and muscle disorders; and cranial nerve symptoms and disorders.

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Author:   William W. Wang, MD, PhD ,  Wen-Hui Cai, MD, PhD
Publisher:   Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Imprint:   Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.90cm
Weight:   0.386kg
ISBN:  

9780781774826

ISBN 10:   0781774829
Pages:   256
Publication Date:   28 June 2007
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

BASIC KNOWLEDGE Psychosocial Theories Human Development Psychometric and Neuropsychological Testing Epidemiology and Biostatistics Neuroscience CLINICAL PSYCHIATRY Psychiatric Interview, Symptomatology, and Diagnosis Cognitive Disorders Substance-Related Disorders Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders Personality Disorders and Other Clinical Conditions Psychiatry and Law Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Child Psychiatry Psychosocial Therapies Electro-Magnetic Therapies Psychopharmacology CLINICAL NEUROLOGY Seizure Disorders Localized Impairment: Strokes, Brain Injuries, and Brain Tumors Peripheral Nerve and Muscle Disorders Cranial Nerve Symptoms and Disorders Miscellaneous Neurology Topics Appendix I: Board Type Questions and Answers Appendix II: In Preparation for the Board: Practical Tips

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