The Neuroscience of Depression: Features, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Author: Martin BSc MSc PhD MBA YCAP FHEA, Colin R.

Brand: Academic Press

Edition: 1

ISBN: 9780128179338

Release Date: 05-04-2021

Package Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches

Languages: English

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 592

Details: The Neuroscience of Depression: Features, Diagnosis and Treatment, is a comprehensive reference to the diagnosis and treatment of depression. This book provides readers with the mechanisms of depression reflecting on the interplay between depression and the biological and psychosocial processes. A detailed introduction to various episodes of depression, from PTSD to post-partum depression is provided, followed by a thorough discussion on biomarkers in depression and how to diagnose depression including the Hamilton Depression Rating scale. This book also includes three full sections on treatment options for depression, including pharmacological, behavioral and other novel regimes. The Neuroscience of Depression: Features, Diagnosis and Treatment is the only resource for researchers and practitioners studying, diagnosis and treating of depression. Covers a pharmacological and behavioral treatment options Features sections on diagnosis and biomarkers of depression Discusses depression in children, teens and adults Contains information on comorbidity of physical and mental conditions Includes more than 250 illustrations and tables