Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health 2 vols

Written for the general reader, this clearly organized, informative reference presents discussion of mental health disorders and medication, with a clear description of each, their symptoms, treatment, side affects, and other pertinent aspects. Inset boxes contain key terms and their definitions, and each entry concludes with a list of accessible resources, both books, periodicals, online, and groups and organizations. For disorders, sections are included on the causes, symptoms, and treatments and alternative and complementary treatments. A glossary is included, with all vocabulary found in the glossary indicated in bold type in the text.