Mental health services have changed completely in the UK, and thenew edition of ABC of Mental Health has been thoroughlyupdated and revised to reflect this.Providing clear practical advice on how to recognise, diagnoseand manage mental disorders successfully and safely, with sectionson selecting drugs and psychological treatments, and improvingcompliance, ABC of Mental Health also contains informationon the major categories of mental health disorders, the mentalhealth needs of vulnerable groups (such as the elderly, children,homeless and ethnic minorities) and the psychologicaltreatments.Fully up to date with recent mental health legislation, this newedition is as comprehensive as it is invaluable. By covering themental health needs of special groups, this ABC equips GPs,hospital doctors, nurses, counsellors and social workers with allthe information they need for the day to day management of patientswith mental health problems.