Malady of the mind : schizophrenia and the path to prevention
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Published
New York, NY : Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc., 2023.
Edition
First Scribner hardcover edition.
ISBN
9781982136420, 1982136421, 9781982136437, 198213643X
Physical Desc
xii, 515 pages : illustrations, portraits, charts ; 24 cm
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Published
New York, NY : Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc., 2023.
Format
Book
Edition
First Scribner hardcover edition.
Language
English
ISBN
9781982136420, 1982136421, 9781982136437, 198213643X

Notes

Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
"This brilliant portrait of schizophrenia--the most malignant and least understood mental illness--by renowned psychiatrist Jeffrey Lieberman, Chair of Columbia's legendary Psychiatry department, interweaves cultural and scientific history with dramatic patient portraits and clinical experiences to impart a revolutionary message of hope: that for the first time in human history, schizophrenia can not just be effectively treated, but even prevented. Of the many myths and misconceptions that have historically obscured our understanding of schizophrenia, the most pernicious is that there is no effective treatment or cure. The reality couldn't be more different: the truth is that today's treatments have the potential to be game-changing--and often lifesaving. In this rigorously researched, deeply compelling biography of schizophrenia, Dr. Jeffrey Lieberman draws on his four-decade career to tell the story of the past, present, and future of this historically dreaded, often disabling illness. From his vantage point at the pinnacle of academic psychiatry, informed by extensive research experience and clinical care of thousands of patients, Dr. Lieberman describes how the complexity of the brain, the checkered history of psychiatric medicine, and centuries of stigma combined with misguided legislation and health care policies have impeded scientific and clinical progress. And yet, there is hope: by offering evidence-based treatments that combine medication with psychosocial services, doctors are now able to effectively treat schizophrenia. Even more auspiciously, early detection and intervention before the onset of psychotic symptoms can--thanks to decades of scientific work--not only suppress symptoms but also effectively prevent the outbreak of this disorder. A must-read for fans of psychological histories and anyone whose life has been affected by schizophrenia, this revelatory work offers a comprehensive scientific portrait, crucial insights, and, most importantly, hope for those afflicted"--,Provided by publisher.

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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)

Lieberman, J. A. (2023). Malady of the mind: schizophrenia and the path to prevention (First Scribner hardcover edition.). Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc..

Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Lieberman, Jeffrey A., 1948-. 2023. Malady of the Mind: Schizophrenia and the Path to Prevention. Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc.

Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)

Lieberman, Jeffrey A., 1948-. Malady of the Mind: Schizophrenia and the Path to Prevention Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc, 2023.

MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)

Lieberman, Jeffrey A. Malady of the Mind: Schizophrenia and the Path to Prevention First Scribner hardcover edition., Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, Inc., 2023.

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