John H. O’Neal, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist who has been in private practice since 1977. He is past chief of the department of psychiatry at Sutter Community Hospital in Sacramento, CA. He is associate clinical professor of psychiatry at the UC Davis School of Medicine, and a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He lectures on depression and psychopharmacology to mental health professionals, employee assistance programs, and the public. O’Neal received his Masters in clinical psychology from Harvard University, and Doctor of Medicine from the University of Washington.
I didn't expect to like this textbook. "Psychopharmacology" sounded dry, yet the authors made this field fascinating. (Who knew Lithium was discovered due to its calming effect on animals?) I found the material very helpful and applicable to my work as a therapist.
This textbook was written very well - I’ve noticed that about a lot of psychology textbooks (or maybe I just love the material). I found it interesting reading about the different medications and common treatments compatible with different disorders as a great guide.
A great reference for medication management. Offers insight into proper treatment with and without medication for varying disorders. I will refer to this often in my treatment planning and assessment!