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Kaplan and Sadock's Synopsis of Psychiatry: Behavioral Sciences/Clinical Psychiatry

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Synopsis of Psychiatry: Behavorial Sciences/Clinical Psychiatry, 11th Edition is the only authoritative textbook for clinicians, residents, and students covering all psychiatric conditions. It is a complete, concise overview of the entire field of psychiatry, for psychiatrists in training and practice and all others who study and provide mental health care. Its multidisciplinary approach encompasses the biological, psychological and sociological factors at work in health and disease. The latest information about specific diseases, psychopharmacotherapeutic and behavioral treatments and scientific research is incorporated into this revision. ICD (International Classification of Disease, World Health Organization) diagnostic criteria and numerical codes, used for reimbursement purposes, are included. Case studies throughout reinforce the clinical relevance of specific topics.

The 11th edition is set apart from any other reference you have:
• Contains DSM5 tables on every major psychiatric disorder
• Use it to supplement the DSM5, offering current diagnostic and treatment protocols
• Over 50 years of compounded knowledge in psychiatric medicine, offered by world-renowned experts

5120 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1988

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6 reviews3 followers
April 10, 2015
This wouldn't be a great book for general reading or non professionals. However, if you work in Mental Health, this is a great investment. It takes the DSM and translates into usable, understandable language. I still use this book in my practice today.
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June 24, 2013
where can I download it
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198 reviews128 followers
July 20, 2020
Ok, So I have not read it all. I just read a few chapters required by a course I was taking. I rather enjoyed it. It has a lot of insight. But it is A LOT of insight, and I think one should come back and re-read it (or take summaries and survey them) now and then.
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117 reviews
February 4, 2023
از اول دانشگاه تاحالا این بهترین و جامع‌ترین کتابی بود که دیدم. یه کتاب بسیار قوی و کاربردی برای روانپزشکیه و ازش یک عالمه مطلب میشه یاد گرفت. ویرایش دوازدهم با ترجمه عالی دکتر فرزین رضایی رو بخونید حتما.
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81 reviews5 followers
November 21, 2010
there are a few books in Med school that I actually bothered to read and like with much gusto. This one is personal, I like it not because it is helpful but because it can pass as a leisure read. The first copy I had, I had it hardbound. Then someone stole it, so I bought another one while I was already a resident in Surgery. It doesn't hurt to try to profile my patient according to the DSM category.
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38 reviews10 followers
December 6, 2008
Walopun cuma baca yang edisi bahasa Indonesia, tapi buku ini cukup bikin saya ngerasa terdiagnosis berbagai gangguan jiwa. Hahahaaha.. Tapi bagus bgt buat persiapan ujian, contoh kasus yang disajikan dapat memberi gambaran yang baik
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February 14, 2018
Great book but nothing is complete

My Source during my psycihatric residency , found it comprehensive in many subjects , but could benefit of more organization and tabels
8 reviews
December 5, 2008
I used this textbook for my advanced clinical class. The text is well written and presents an outline of the major themes of psychiatry. The text also has very useful and informative chapter summaries. Highly recommended.
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2 reviews4 followers
April 25, 2012
Amazing book. Comprehensive information on most of the psychiatric disorders. The size of the book intimidates, but once you start reading it; it's difficult to put down. The best part is, it's not 'text-bookish'.
2 reviews2 followers
January 12, 2008
Absolutely love Synopsis books...can take this book to any clinic, have read it on plane, etc. Somehow they managed to condense it for size (thank you very much) without leaving out important info.
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1 review6 followers
November 3, 2011
The text is well written and presents an outline of the major themes of psychiatry. The text also has very useful and informative chapter summaries. Highly recommended.
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