Human psychopharmacology - I Hindmarch

Volume 6 of this invaluable series encompasses the increasing range of issues associated with psychopharmacology, giving up–to–date information not only on the scientific aspects of the subject but also on the social, legal and ethical implications. Chapters include:

• Stress, glucocorticoids and depression implications for pharmacological intervention
• Pharmacovigilance and antidepressants
• Quality of life in psychopharmacology what are we measuring and why does it matter?
• Legal aspects of drugs in the workplace
• Cognitive testing of new anticonvulsants

Human Psychopharmacology: Measures and Methods has become established as a standard text in the subject, providing clear and authoritative treatments of the important and current issues in psychopharmacology. This volume will be an invaluable reference point for all those working in the area.