Understanding Mental Illness

CHAPTER 1 Schizophrenia CHAPTER 2 Depression CHAPTER 3 Anxiety Disorders CHAPTER 4 Bipolar Mood Disorders CHAPTER 5 Somatoform Disorders CHAPTER 6 Personality Disorders CHAPTER 7 Alcoholism and Drug Addiction CHAPTER 8 Child Mental Health CHAPTER 9 Suicide CHAPTER 10 Myths About Mental Illness CHAPTER 11 Psychotherapy CHAPTER 12 Promoting Psychological Well-being CHAPTER 13 Conclusions. Clear, succinct, but most sought-after information on various aspects of mental illness. Special emphasis on the general patient's concerns/queries. Covers recent advances related to mental illness