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Books About Psychopharmacology
There are many books devoted to the topic of psychopharmacology, but most are targeted at medical professionals and discuss the use of psychiatric drugs in adults rather than children. Here are but a few that might be of interest to the lay public.
For Consumers
- Drummond, E. H. (2000). The complete guide to psychiatric drugs: Straight talk for best results. New York: Wiley.
- Gorman, J. M. (1997). The essential guide to psychiatric drugs. New York: St. Martin's Griffin.
- Yudofsky, S., Hales, R. E., & Ferguson, T. (1991). What you need to know about psychiatric drugs. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Press.
For Professionals
- Diamond, R. J. (1998). Instant psychopharmacology: A guide for the nonmedical mental health professional. New York: Norton.
- Dulcan, M.K. & Benton, T. (1998). Helping parents, youth, and teachers understand medications for behavioral and emotional problems: A resource book of medication information handouts. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Press.
- Preston, J., & Johnson, J. (1997). Clinical psychopharmacology made ridiculously simple. Miami: MedMaster, Inc.
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