Treating Schizophrenia (The Jossey-Bass Library of Current Clinical Technique)

Written for the practicing clinician, Treating Schizophrenia brings together a large body of sophisticated research on the causes and mechanisms of schizophrenia. Using illustrative case studies from their own practices, the contributors describe how to conduct a successful assessment of this often elusive disorder, then provide a detailed exploration of the major modes of treatment - including inpatient treatment, individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy - and the crucial role of medication.

The authors also address the timely issue of treating schizophrenia in the era of managed care. Treating Schizophrenia is a state-of-the-art guide for managing one of the most pervasive and insidious mental disorders; it is an invaluable resource for all clinicians who face the daily challenge of working with schizophrenia patients.