Author : James Morrison
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 9781572301801
Total Pages : 221 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)
Book Synopsis When Psychological Problems Mask Medical Disorders, First Edition by : James Morrison
Download or read book When Psychological Problems Mask Medical Disorders, First Edition written by James Morrison and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 1997-08-08 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From decreased alertness and apathy to agitation, suspicion, and hallucinations, a wide range of psychological symptoms may sometimes point toward serious medical disorders. Helping clinicians "think outside the mental health box," James Morrison provides a clear and systematic guide to the effects upon mental status of 60 health conditions, including heart disease, cancer, and stroke. This practical book will help readers hone their diagnostic skills and recognize when a physician's evaluation may be urgently needed.