Neuroscience for the Mental Health Clinician

This comprehensive and accessible book, "Neuroscience for Mental Health Practice," provides a detailed understanding of the neurobiological bases of major psychiatric disorders.

The author, Steven R.

Pliszka, synthesizes current knowledge on brain systems, cognition, emotions, behavior, genetic and environmental risk factors, pharmacological and psychosocial treatments, and their impact on symptoms reduction.

With a focus on brain networks, the book covers topics such as autism spectrum disorder, dementia, and cutting-edge discussions of genetics and epigenetics, the biological impact of stress, neurotransmitters, novel depression treatments, and other timely subjects.

The book includes 93 black-and-white figures and 14 color plates for illustration purposes.

This second edition incorporates state-of-the-art imaging studies, large-scale genetic and epigenetic experiments, and optogenetic advancements, making it an essential resource for clinicians and students in mental health practice.