Essential Psychopathology & Its Treatment

A comprehensive revision to the foundational textbook on modern psychiatric diagnosis and treatment, keyed to the DSM–5–TR and ICD–11.

Psychiatry stands at a crossroads, balancing heightened societal expectations with pointed criticism. Meeting these challenges requires more than diagnosis—it demands a broader approach. Any clinician who assesses a patient solely through DSM or ICD criteria misunderstands the process. Competent care begins with accurate diagnosis but extends to the patient’s...