Issues in Community Treatment of Severe Mental Illness : A Compendium of Articles from Psychiatric Services.
A Compendium of Articles from Psychiatric Services
By: American Psychiatric Association, H. Richard Lamb (Introduction by)
Paperback | 1 December 1999
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ISBN: 9780890424179
ISBN-10: 0890424179
Published: 1st December 1999
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 80
Audience: General Adult
For Ages: 22+ years old
Publisher: AMERICAN PSYCHIATRIC ASSOCIATION PUBLISHING
Country of Publication: GB
Dimensions (cm): 27.9 x 21.6 x 0.6
Weight (kg): 0.46
American Psychiatric Association
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) stands as the primary professional body for psychiatrists and aspiring psychiatrists in the United States, holding the distinction of being the largest psychiatric organization globally. With over 37,000 members engaged in psychiatric practice, research, and academia, the APA represents a diverse patient population spanning more than 100 countries. The association is actively involved in publishing various journals and pamphlets, in addition to producing the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). The DSM serves as a comprehensive guide for diagnosing mental disorders, primarily utilized in the United States. The APA's headquarters are situated in Washington, DC.
What types of publications does the American Psychiatric Association produce?
The APA publishes professional journals, pamphlets and other official resources, and it produces the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM).
What subject areas or genres do APA books cover?
They focus on psychiatry and mental health, including clinical diagnosis, research, and professional practice resources for psychiatrists and trainees.
Where should I start if I want to read APA publications?
For diagnostic criteria and classification start with the DSM (use the most recent edition). For research and clinical developments consult APA journals and official APA pamphlets and publications.
Are APA books suitable for general readers or only for professionals?
Most APA publications are written for psychiatrists, trainees, researchers and clinicians; some pamphlets or overviews may be accessible to informed lay readers, but many texts are technical.
How can I keep up to date with APA guidance and changes?
Use the most recent DSM edition and regularly read APA journals, pamphlets and other official APA publications for updates and new research.
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