Environment, 10th Edition [Rental Edition]

by Hassenzahl, David M.; Hager, Mary Catherine; Gift, Nancy Y.; Berg, Linda R.; Raven, Peter H.

• ISBN13: 9781119626503
• ISBN10: 1119626501
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781119393412
• Edition: 10th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2019-07-23
• Publisher: Wiley Rental

About This Book

American Psychiatric Association Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry, Sixth Edition

The American Psychiatric Association Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry, Sixth Edition, with the ISBN 9781119626503, is a foundational resource in the field of geriatric psychiatry. This comprehensive textbook has been a cornerstone for over two decades, with five previous editions, and has established itself as a go-to guide for professionals and students alike.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by psychiatrists, geriatricians, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals who specialize in the care of older adults. It is also a valuable resource for students in geriatric psychiatry programs and for anyone interested in understanding late-life mental disorders.

History and Editions

The sixth edition of the American Psychiatric Association Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry has been extensively updated to reflect the latest scientific advances and clinical developments in the field. It retains the multidisciplinary and developmental perspectives of its predecessors, drawing on the knowledge of psychiatrists along with relevant biomedical and behavioral experts. This edition includes detailed chapters on phenomenology, diagnosis, assessment of late-life mental disorders, psychotherapeutic treatments, psychopharmacological treatments, and the role of technology in aiding geriatric mental health.

Author and Other Works

The authors of this edition are renowned experts in the field of geriatric psychiatry. While specific authors for this edition are not mentioned in the provided sources, the American Psychiatric Association is known for its comprehensive and authoritative publications in psychiatry.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers core concepts in geriatric psychiatry, including detailed explanations and examples.
• Multidisciplinary Approach: It draws on the knowledge of psychiatrists along with relevant biomedical and behavioral experts.
• Latest Research: The sixth edition includes detailed updates on the latest scientific advances and clinical developments.
• Technology Integration: A dedicated chapter delves into the role of technology, including digital phenotyping, wearables, digital and Web-based neurocognitive testing, and more.
• Ethical Considerations: The book includes a chapter on ethics in geriatric mental health.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781119626503

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781119626510

eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781119626527

Loose-leaf: ISBN-13: 9781119626534

Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers

Publication Details

Publisher: American Psychiatric Association Publishing

Publication Date: Not specified in the provided sources

Number of Pages: Not specified in the provided sources

Language: English

Item Weight: Not specified in the provided sources

Dimensions: Not specified in the provided sources

Other Editions and Formats

• Fifth Edition: Available through American Psychiatric Association Publishing and other retailers
• Related ISBNs:
• 9781119626510
• 9781119626527
• 9781119626534

Note: The exact publication date, number of pages, and dimensions are not specified in the provided sources. For accurate and up-to-date information, it is recommended to check directly with the publisher or other reliable sources.

Author Biography

Dr. David M. Hassenzahl, dean of the College of Natural Sciences at the California State University at Chico, is an internationally recognized scholar of sustainability and risk analysis. His leadership, research, teaching, and outreach efforts focus on incorporating scientific information and expertise into public decisions, with particular emphasis on the management, interpretation, and communication of uncertainty. He has dedicated the last three decades to addressing subjects as diverse as climate change, energy, toxic chemicals, nuclear materials, and public health; has presented on these topics on four continents; and has supported decision making in public, private, and not-for-profit contexts. Dr. Hassenzahl holds a B.A. in environmental science and paleontology from the University of California at Berkeley and a Ph.D. in science, technology, and environmental policy from Princeton University.

Mary Catherine Hager is a professional science writer and editor specializing in life and earth sciences. She received a double-major B.A. in environmental science and biology from the University of Virginia and an M.S. in zoology from the University of Georgia. Ms. Hager worked as an editor for an environmental consulting firm and as a senior editor for a scientific reference publisher. For more than 20 years, she has written and edited for environmental science, biology, and ecology textbooks primarily targeting college audiences. Additionally, she has published articles in environmental trade magazines and edited federal and state assessments of wetlands conservation issues. Her writing and editing pursuits are a natural outcome of her scientific training and curiosity, coupled with her love commitment to effective communication.

Nancy Y. Gift, Compton Chair of Sustainability at Berea College, in Berea, Kentucky, enjoys teaching in a wide range of sustainability-related courses. She has taught women's nature writers, first-year writing, grant writing, ecology, weed science, sustainable agriculture, history of African-American farmers, and mathematics for the environment; she continually teaches introductory sustainability and environmental science. She has written two books for the public on the role of weeds in healthy lawns, and she is an associate editor for Agronomy Journal. She holds a B.A. in biology from Harvard University, an M.S. in crop and soil science from the University of Kentucky, and a Ph.D. in crop science from Cornell University.

Linda R. Berg is an award-winning teacher and textbook author. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, College Park, after completing her B.S. and M.S. at the same institution. Her recent interests involve the Florida Everglades and conservation biology. Dr. Berg formerly taught at the University of Maryland, College Park, for almost two decades, followed by St. Petersburg College in Florida for one decade. She taught introductory courses in environmental science, biology, and botany to thousands of students and received numerous teaching and service awards. Dr. Berg is also the recipient of many national and regional awards, including the National Science Teachers Association Award for Innovations in College Science Teaching, the Nation's Capital Area Disabled student Services Award, and the Washington Academy of Sciences Award in University Science Teaching. During her career as a professional science writer, Dr. Berg has authored or co-authored several leading college science textbooks. Her writing reflects her teaching style and love of science.

Peter H. Raven, one of the world’s leading botanists, has dedicated nearly five decades to conservation and biodiversity as president (now emeritus) of the Missouri Botanical Garden and professor of Botany at Washington University in St. Louis, where he has cultivated a world-class institution of horticultural display, education, and research. Described by Time magazine as a "Hero for the Planet," Dr. Raven champions research around the world to preserve endangered species and is a leading advocate for conservation and a sustainable environment. Dr. Raven received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Los Angeles, after completing his undergraduate work at the University of California, Berkeley.