Clinical Handbook of Psychiatry and the Law Contributor(s): Gutheil, Thomas G. (Author), Appelbaum, Paul S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 149639805X ISBN-13: 9781496398055 Publisher: LWW OUR PRICE: $113.84 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Forensic Medicine - Medical | Psychiatry - General |
Dewey: 614.15 |
LCCN: 2019013827 |
Physical Information: 1" H x 7.2" W x 10.2" (1.80 lbs) 365 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Written by two renowned leaders in the field, the much-anticipated fifth edition of Clinical Handbook of Psychiatry and the Law offers mental health professionals authoritative guidance on how today's law affects clinical practice. Each chapter in this award-winning reference presents case examples of legal issues often seen in day-to-day practice; clearly explains the governing legal rules, their rationale, and their clinical impact; and offers concrete action guides to navigating clinicolegal dilemmas. It's a must-have resource for anyone in the mental health field who needs an easy-to-read, practical handbook addressing both longstanding legal/ethical issues and crucial recent developments in the field.
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