WHOLE PSYCHIATRY
WHOLE PSYCHIATRY
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$35.00 USA $45.00 CAN Understanding Biological Psychiatry Robert J. Hedaya, M.D. Clinicians on both sides of the mind-body equation, whether physicians or counselors, ignore the principles of biological psychiatry at their peril. Their formal training may have left huge gaps in their knowledge of this rapidly evolving area, gaps now filled by Understanding Biological Psychiatry. Beginning with a tour of the brain, Dr. Hedaya explains how the brain works and how brain function relates to physical symptoms and cognitive and emotional well-being. He explains how biological psychiatrists consider the biology of the individual as an integral part of the whole picture and demonstrates a new way of conceptualizing clinical problems. Understanding Biological Psychiatry provides information in three basic areas: Chapters I and 2 outline basic scientific foundations and core concepts in biological psychiatry; chapters 3 and 4 review biological theories and medical mimics of the major psychiatric disorders; chapters 5 and 6 discuss medication and practical issues, including the basics of psychotropic medications and their role in the biopsychosocial approach. At the heart of this book is the author's proposal for a working alliance between therapists and psychiatrist -- an important goal in today's growing managed care environment The book has a practical bent discussing, for example, when and how to refer to a psychiatrist even describing how to explain this new perspective to a patient. The author's conversational style, as well as many figures, tables, and case illustrations, makes Understanding Biological Psychiatry a guide that is sure to be well-read and often referred to by therapists and physicians, as well as psychiatrists wanting to brush up on the biology of the mind.  ROBERT J. HEDAYA, M.D.,
is Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington,DC, and maintains
an active psychopharmacology practice. He has been teaching psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and social
workers since 1982, and in 1993 was voted Outstanding Teacher of the Year by the Georgetown University Department
of Psychiatry.
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