Lippincott's Primary Care Psychiatry

This book will help family practitioners, internists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants understand, diagnose, and effectively treat the most common psychiatric problems seen in the primary care office setting. The introductory chapter addresses the primary care psychiatric interview. Subsequent chapters cover specific disorders and follow a consistent format: Introductory Case; Clinical Highlights; Clinical Significance; Diagnosis; Differential Diagnosis, including "Not to Be Missed" points; Biopsychosocial Treatment, including "When to Refer"; Practice Pointers case studies; ICD-9 codes; Practical Resources; References. Coverage includes chapters on geriatric psychiatry/dementias, sleep disorders, suicide and violence risk assessment, and cultural considerations. A companion Website will include the fully searchable text and video lectures for each chapter.