David Healy Libros

Psychiatric Drugs Explained offers a wealth of evidence-based information on psychiatric drugs in an easy-to-use format that can be quickly referenced in the clinical setting. Written by internationally recognised author Dr David Healy, the book provides a comprehensive review of drug effects, action and side-effects. There is an emphasis on the lived experience of patients, providing the reader with a sense of what the adverse effects of drugs might feel like to those who use them. A reader-friendly approach and clear layout, with information organised by disorder, make this popular title accessible and useful not only to nursing staff, but to all members of the multidisciplinary team. Quick reference guide suitable for all members of the multidisciplinary team Helpful boxes on user issues make potential complications easy to spot Distinctive, reader-friendly style helps the reader understand the benefits and impacts of psychotropic drugs New topics include management of dependence disorders, stimulants and drugs for children, cognitive impairment and sleep disorders The only book with detailed coverage of the sexual side effects of psychiatric drugs and the abusive prescribing of prescription drugs

Create! is a Design and Technology course for Key Stage 3. It provides all the material needed to deliver the demands of the new Key Stage 3 strategy. The course follows the QCA scheme and the materials support ICT requirements. A wide range of differentiated worksheets is available on a customisable CD-ROM. The student books contain clear links to the Key Stage 3 strategy and include design-and-make assignments, product evaluations and practical tasks; each spread opens with objectives to focus the lesson, and ends with a plenary to summarise and evaluate.

In this work Healy chronicles the history of psychopharmacology, from the discovery of chlorpromazine in 1951, to current battles over whether powerful chemical compounds should replace psychotherapy. The marketing of antidepressants is included.

Exploring the evolving perceptions of illness, David Healy delves into the historical context of how societal views shape our understanding of health conditions. The book highlights the fluidity of these perceptions, suggesting that they can change significantly over time, influencing both individual experiences and broader medical practices. Through a thought-provoking narrative, Healy invites readers to reconsider the nature of illness and its implications in society.

The book provides a comprehensive overview of psychiatric drugs, presenting evidence-based information in a user-friendly format ideal for quick reference in clinical environments. It aims to enhance understanding and facilitate informed decision-making regarding the use of these medications.

The decline in life expectancy in the West since 2015 parallels a deteriorating healthcare environment, highlighting a critical crisis. This situation is driven by the same underlying factors that contribute to global climate change, suggesting a deep interconnection between public health and environmental issues. The book explores these urgent challenges, emphasizing the need for awareness and action in both healthcare and climate policy.