A working knowledge of psychotropics is a must for all in clinical practice today. This book supplies social workers with a basic understanding of psychotropic drugs, including medication use and misuse. Readers will also learn how to identify side effects and adverse reactions, and how to tailor treatment for clients who are taking antipsychotics, antidepressants, and other commonly prescribed medications. Including discussion of alternative herbal remedies as well as drug therapies for younger and older clients, this ...
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A working knowledge of psychotropics is a must for all in clinical practice today. This book supplies social workers with a basic understanding of psychotropic drugs, including medication use and misuse. Readers will also learn how to identify side effects and adverse reactions, and how to tailor treatment for clients who are taking antipsychotics, antidepressants, and other commonly prescribed medications. Including discussion of alternative herbal remedies as well as drug therapies for younger and older clients, this volume provides essential up-to-date information in clear, accessible prose.
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