Basic Psychopharmacology for Counselors and Psychotherapists

by Richard S. Sinacola, Timothy Peters-Strickland

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include anymedia, website access codes, or print supplements that may comepackaged with the bound book.An easy-to-understand writing styleand ample examples make this psychopharmacology text a valuableguide and reference for counselors and therapists.This practical text offers a basic yetcomprehensive depiction of the world of psychopharmacology iswritten in a style optimal for non-medical helpingprofessionals.  Filled with ample explanations, case studies,and examples, it thoroughly and clearly covers every topicencountered by counselors and therapists in the field each day.Appropriate at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, thenewly revised second edition of this text includes the most currenttopics, information on the newest medications, and even morereal-world case studies and examples.

Genres: Psychology, Counselling, School, Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published March 24, 2011

Reviews

[Nicole Gardner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Dry and boring, but useful info

[Alex Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

So dry! But informative & knowledge that is necessary to know.

[Patty Wood]

One of the most interesting books I've read in my entire grad school program!! Especially loved the first two chapters introduction to neurobiology and am so happy to really understand synaptic transmission now. I feel like this will be so helpful when working with clients who are also receiving pharmacological treatment.

[Andrew · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this resource to be helpful in introducing psychopharmacology and allowing me to familiarize myself with some of the medications that I see in practice. I did however find some of the case examples to be a little over the top and there is language in there that is relatively dated.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read for Psychopathology class. Very easy to understand and helpful think about the process and importance of particular medication in mental health.

[Deb Wenninger]

The right amount of detail. Enough to be clear but still keep it simple.

[Jan S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very informative!

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

For all counselors, this is essential information to keep current. Not a page-turner, but it covers more than just drugs. It gives the latest information on the neurotransmitter findings. And it does an excellent job of laying out information so it can be found quickly.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Considering this subject could get rather heavy, Sinacola does an excellent job making psychopharmacology comprehensive. Highly recommended read if interested in the topic.

[Christen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Parts of it had me yawning, while other parts had my interest. It wasn't the easiest to understand, but it gives you helpful medication lists, etc.

[D.l. · Rating 4 out of 5]

good introduction to a challenging subject.