Now in its second edition, Psychopharmacology: Straight Talk on Mental Health Medications is the definitive guide for healthcare professionals and anyone else seeking straightforward, concise and user-friendly information about mental disorders and the medications used to manage them. Fully revised and updated, this invaluable book has become the go-to favorite of clinicians, clients and family members intent on expanding their knowledge of PsychopharmacologyHere's what you'll find:-Detailed descriptions of the disorders for which medications are most often prescribed-The very latest trends in psychiatric medication management and case study applications-Tips on medicating children, adolescents, older adults and expectant mothers-Herbals and alternative remedies: Do they work? Are they safe?-Answers to frequently asked questions-Resolving dilemmas - medication refusal, non-compliance, generic vs. brand drugs