The Handbook of Psychiatric Drugs is a comprehensive, clear, concise and quick reference to psychiatric drug therapies, designed to guide the clinician on the selection and implementation of treatment for mental illness.

Each chapter is organised by drug class and follows a standard format for ease of use. Concise sections on pharmacology and indications for use are followed by detailed information on drug selection, initiation and maintenance of treatment and withdrawal. Adverse effects, contraindications and drug interactions are also reviewed in detail, along with issues such as treatment resistance and treatment evaluation.

A handy pocket-sized drug reference, the Handbook of Psychiatric Drugs makes it easy to keep up-to-date with new developments. It is an invaluable resource for all clinicians who use psychiatric drugs to treat medical and psychiatric illness, and an informative read for all those with an interest in the subject.

Jeffrey Lieberman is the head of the Department of Psychiatry at Columbia University.  He is a leading psychiatric drug researcher with excellent clinical, academic and publishing credentials.

Allan Tasman Professor and Chair, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of  Louisville, USA and Past President of the APA.  He is President Elect, Pacific Rim College of Psychiatrists and active in the WPA.