Publisher's Synopsis
An integrative approach to the problem of schizophrenia. The focus is on the treatment of schizophrenia, and the volume includes contributions by experts on the various approaches and possible therapeutic measures. First of all, information on the neurobiological basis of the disorder and the role of new antipsychotic medications is presented. This is followed by reviews of psychological and psychosocial approaches to therapy, and by chapters on developments in the field of community psychiatry, mental health care research, and practice guidelines.
