Sims’ Symptoms in the Mind: Textbook of Descriptive Psychopathology, 5th Edition

by Femi Oyebode

SIMS’ SYMPTOMS IN THE MIND has, since its first publication in 1988, become established as the leading introductory textbook on clinical psychopathology, defining, clarifying and describing the main symptoms and syndromes of mental illness seen in clinical practice. Now fully revised and updated, it offers essential reading for psychiatric trainees and an invaluable reference for psychiatrists of all grades. It has also come to be widely appreciated by clinical psychologists, allied mental health professionals and researchers in this field.

• Fully updated throughout, taking account of advances in the understanding of cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology, revised legislation, changing classificatory concepts and evolving cultural aspects of psychiatry
• Improved presentation, including new chapter and key point summaries, will help those searching for quick information without losing the rich writing style for which the book is so well known and appreciated
• Bonus ancillary content, including:
• • Patient interview scenarios exploring key themes (videos with transcripts)
  • Author podcasts (audio) to expand and clarify core topics
  • Interactive question and answer sections for each chapter, to test your understanding and aid revision of essential areas

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