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Accessible and succinct, this book has given thousands of clinicians and students the basic understanding of neuroscience that is essential in contemporary mental health practice. Steven R. Pliszka synthesizes current knowledge on the neurobiological bases of major psychiatric disorders. He explores the brain systems that underlie cognition, emotions, and behavior; how disturbances in these systems can lead to psychopathology; and the impact of genetic and environmental risk factors across development. The book also addresses the ways that both pharmacological and psychosocial treatments act on the brain as they bring about a reduction in symptoms. Illustrations include 93 black-and-white figures and 14 color plates.New to This Edition*Incorporates over a decade of important advances in brain science.*Heightened focus on brain networks.*Cutting-edge discussions of genetics and epigenetics, the biological impact of stress, neurotransmitters, novel depression treatments, and other timely topics.*Detailed chapters on autism spectrum disorder and dementia.*Numerous new and revised figures.

Accessible and succinct, this book has given thousands of clinicians and students the basic understanding of neuroscience that is essential in contemporary mental health practice. Steven R. Pliszka synthesizes current knowledge on the neurobiological bases of major psychiatric disorders. He explores the brain systems that underlie cognition, emotions, and behavior; how disturbances in these systems can lead to psychopathology; and the impact of genetic and environmental risk factors across development. The book also addresses the ways that both pharmacological and psychosocial treatments act on the brain as they bring about a reduction in symptoms. Illustrations include 93 black-and-white figures and 14 color plates.New to This Edition*Incorporates over a decade of important advances in brain science.*Heightened focus on brain networks.*Cutting-edge discussions of genetics and epigenetics, the biological impact of stress, neurotransmitters, novel depression treatments, and other timely topics.*Detailed chapters on autism spectrum disorder and dementia.*Numerous new and revised figures.

Accessible and succinct, this book has given thousands of clinicians and students the basic understanding of neuroscience that is essential in contemporary mental health practice. Steven R. Pliszka synthesizes current knowledge on the neurobiological bases of major psychiatric disorders. He explores the brain systems that underlie cognition, emotions, and behavior; how disturbances in these systems can lead to psychopathology; and the impact of genetic and environmental risk factors across development. The book also addresses the ways that both pharmacological and psychosocial treatments act on the brain as they bring about a reduction in symptoms. Illustrations include 93 black-and-white figures and 14 color plates. New to This Edition *Incorporates over a decade of important advances in brain science. *Heightened focus on brain networks. *Cutting-edge discussions of genetics and epigenetics, the biological impact of stress, neurotransmitters, novel depression treatments, and other timely topics. *Detailed chapters on autism spectrum disorder and dementia. *Numerous new and revised figures.

Now in a fully updated third edition featuring four new chapters, this trusted book provides an accessible overview of clinical neuroscience and its relevance to mental health practice. Steven R. Pliszka examines the neurobiology of frequently encountered child and adult disorders and explains what is known--and what remains to be understood--about genetic and environmental risk factors. Chapters also address the ways that pharmacological, psychosocial, and other treatments act on the brain. Over 100 new and updated figures elucidate the brain functions and networks that underlie mental health and psychopathology. The companion website features an online-only appendix discussing new directions in clinical genetic testing.New to This EditionChapters on trauma-related disorders and substance use disorders.Chapter on the role of hormones in behavior.Chapter on neuroscience methods, including neuroimaging, genetics, and neuroimmunology.Integrates important advances in brain research and mental health treatments; enhanced graphics include 3D brain illustrations and 7 color plates.

Now in a fully updated third edition featuring four new chapters, this trusted book provides an accessible overview of clinical neuroscience and its relevance to mental health practice. Steven R. Pliszka examines the neurobiology of frequently encountered child and adult disorders and explains what is known--and what remains to be understood--about genetic and environmental risk factors. Chapters also address the ways that pharmacological, psychosocial, and other treatments act on the brain. Over 100 new and updated figures elucidate the brain functions and networks that underlie mental health and psychopathology. The companion website features an online-only appendix discussing new directions in clinical genetic testing.New to This EditionChapters on trauma-related disorders and substance use disorders.Chapter on the role of hormones in behavior.Chapter on neuroscience methods, including neuroimaging, genetics, and neuroimmunology.Integrates important advances in brain research and mental health treatments; enhanced graphics include 3D brain illustrations and 7 color plates.

Children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) frequently experience co-occurring problems with aggression, mood swings, tics, anxiety, or depression. Organized around detailed case presentations, this highly informative book helps the clinician make sound decisions when assessing and treating the full range of ADHD comorbidities. Experienced child psychiatrist Steven Pliszka offers straightforward guidance on how to avoid common diagnostic errors, develop an individualized medication regimen, minimize health risks and side effects, collaborate successfully with parents, and tailor psychosocial treatments to each family''s needs. A reproducible structured interview facilitates sorting out symptoms and distinguishing between different comorbid disorders.