Product Description

Since its first publication in 1983, Surviving Schizophrenia has become the standard reference book on the disease and has helped thousands of patients, their families, and mental health professionals. In clear language, this much-praised and important book describes the nature, causes, symptoms, treatment, and course of schizophrenia. It also explores living with the disease from both the patient and the families point of view. This new, completely updated fourth edition includes the latest findings on causes of the disease; information about the newest drugs for treatment; and answers to the questions most often asked by families, consumers, and providers. Surviving Schizophrenia has sold more than 250,000 copies.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #774919 in Books
• Published on: 2001-05-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 544 pages

Review
"A comprehensive, realistic, and compassionate approach.....should be of tremendous value to anyone who must confront these questions." -Psychology Today"

About the Author
E. Fuller Torrey, M.D., is a clinical and research psychiatrist specializing in schizophrenia. He has lectured extensively and has appeared on Oprahl, 60 Minutes, and 20/20. He lives in Washington, D.C.