The new 3rd Edition has been completely updated and expanded to provide comprehensive, easy-to-read, quick reference information for mental health professionals. Presented at a very fundamental level, this volume covers psychotropics, substances that can be abused, as well as common medications that are prescribed for patients for their other medical conditions. As a practical complement to the full-sized PDR, the PDR Drug Guide for Mental Health Professionals is a user friendly reference for both clinicians and non-clinicians taking care of patients with mental health disorders.

This easy-to-read reference provides insight into therapeutic situations and guidance for safe drug usage. The key components include: profiles of updated psychotropic drugs; full-color photos of psychotropic tablets and capsules; Street drug profiles; and nearly 90 updated psychotropic drug profiles. The volume is organized by brand name and includes dosage, common side-effects, special warnings and contraindications. The PDR Drug Guide for Mental Health Professionals is the one useful reference a mental health care provider needs for the latest on new drug and disease therapies as well as any new substance abuse information.