The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry has been meticulously revised to maintain its preeminence as an accessible and authoritative educational reference and clinical compendium. More than 100 contributors 65 new to this edition summarize the latest developments in psychiatry, with new chapters on cellular and molecular biology; neuroanatomy; human sexuality and sexual dysfunctions; nonpharmacological somatic treatments; supportive psychotherapy; combined psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy; treatment of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender patients; and assessment of dangerousness.

The book boasts a new interior design, with more figures and color throughout to aid comprehension. Each chapter ends with 5 10 key points, 5 10 recommended readings, and helpful Web sites for clinicians, patients, and family members. The book also includes complimentary access to the full text online. Online benefits include powerful searching, electronic bookmarking, and access by username and password from wherever you have Web access especially convenient for times when the print copy of your textbook is not where you are. The online version is accompanied by a downloadable PowerPoint presentation, which contains a wealth of material to enhance classroom presentation, study, and clinical use.

An indispensable resource for clinical psychiatrists studying for Part I of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology exam, The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Psychiatry is a proven teaching tool and an essential component of every practitioner s library.

This new 5th edition combines the strengths of its three editors Robert Hales in clinical and community psychiatry, Stuart Yudofsky in neuropsychiatry, and new co-editor Glen Gabbard in psychotherapy in recruiting outstanding authors to summarize the latest developments in psychiatry. Throughout the 44 chapters, the authors provide a practical and integrative encyclopedia of useful information. This book resets the bar, and will be the new gold standard for years to come. --Ming T. Tsuang, M.D., Ph.D., D.Sc., Behavioral Genomics Endowed Chair and University Professor, University of California; Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Director, Center for Behavioral Genomics, Department of Psychiatry, University of Californi

The book is a great read, a symphony of the most up-to date knowledge in the field. These compendiums are good references for just about anything readers might want to know about psychiatry. --Philip E. Veenhuis, MD, MPH, The Journal of the American Medical Association

For twenty years, the best single comprehensive source for current psychiatry has been the Textbook of Psychiatry edited by Robert E. Hales, M.D., M.B.A., and Stuart C. Yudofsky, M.D. The Fifth Edition, with the addition of Glen O. Gabbard, M.D., as the third editor, clearly delivers an excellent updated reference guide to the broad diagnostic and treatment issues in psychiatry written by the top clinical experts in each area. --David J. Kupfer, M.D., Professor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine