Psychological disorder

Author: Wang Xueyi
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: The characteristics of this series of books are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Popularization: Medical terms are explained in plain language so that patients and their families can understand them, and life "metaphors" are used to aid comprehension.
2. Practicality: Apply what you learn, and make it useful. One person reads, the whole family benefits, becoming a "family doctor" and a "health advisor" for neighbors.
3. Scientific Rigor: Not only knowing the "what," but also understanding the "why." Basic theories are explained through clinical symptoms, combining theory with practice. The "two-sided" dialectical approach is applied to explanations, diagnosis, and treatment to avoid absolutism and prevent confusion among the public.
4. Authority: The authors of this series are all clinical doctors with extensive experience, many of whom are specialists in their respective fields. Their affiliations, names, contact information, and consultation schedules are introduced, making it convenient to reach out to them and serving as a guide for seeking medical care.
This series covers various diseases. Due to the diverse and specific nature of each disease, the writing style varies, resulting in different formats for each book. Additionally, with multiple authors contributing, the writing styles differ. This is both a feature of each book, but from the perspective of the entire series, the inconsistency in format is also a drawback. During the writing process, the focus was on reader convenience, with the format adapting to the specific characteristics of each disease.
This book introduces an overview of psychological disorders, as well as knowledge on depression, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, stress and mental health, and alcoholism and health.