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Textbook Of Evolutionary Psychiatry: The Origins Of Psychopathology
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ReviewThis Is An Outstanding New Book On Evolutionary Psychopathology. This Is A Much Needed Book That Helps Put Psychiatry In Its Proper Place In Biology And Psychology. Psychiatrists Need To Read This Book!Doody'S Health Sciences Reviewproduct Descriptionin The Past Couple Of Decades, Studies Investigating The Genetic Background Of Psychiatric Disorders Have Mushroomed. Research Into The Brain Mechanisms And Regions Of The Brain Involved In Certain Dysfunctions Have Greatly Improved Our Knowledge Of The Relationship Between Brain Pathology Andpsychopathology. By Contrast, We Know Far Less About 'Why' Certain Individuals Remain Vulnerable To Psychiatric Disease At All, And Whether They Were Selected By Evolutionary Forces Or Simply Byproducts Of Other Speciesspecific Characteristics.This Comprehensive Book Presents A New Integrative Approach To Understanding Psychopathological Conditions An Approach That Embraces Cognition, Emotion, Behaviour, And Their Naturenurture Interactions. Central To This Approach Is The Introduction Of Human Evolution Into The Psychiatric Model Psychiatrists Need To Know Why The Human Mind And Brain Evolved In The Way It Did. In Three Parts, The Book Presents A Comprehensive Account Of Human Brain Evolution In Terms Of Physical Features And Function, Showing How These Relate To Our Current Understanding Of Psychopathology.Accessibly Written, The Book Shows How A Consideration Of Evolutionary Factors In Psychiatry Can Improve Our Understanding And Treatment Of Specific Disorders Such As Suicidal Behaviour, Anorexia, And Depression.About The Authormartin Brne Was Born In 1962 And Graduated From Medical School In 1988. He Completed Specialist Training In Neurology, Psychiatry And Psychotherapy; His Habilitation Thesis Was Finished In 2001. He Has Been A Professor Of Psychiatry Since 2007. His Main Research Interests Are Evolutionarypsychopathology, Social Cognition, Ethology Of Psychiatric Populations, And Psychopathology In Great Apes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the 'Textbook of Evolutionary Psychiatry'? A: The textbook focuses on the integrative approach to understanding psychopathological conditions by incorporating human evolution into the psychiatric model, exploring the relationship between brain evolution and psychiatric disorders.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Textbook of Evolutionary Psychiatry' is Martin Brüne, a professor of Psychiatry with extensive research interests in evolutionary psychopathology and social cognition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 385 pages.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the first edition of the 'Textbook of Evolutionary Psychiatry', published on November 15, 2008.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for professionals in psychiatry? A: Yes, the book is designed for psychiatrists and professionals in psychology, as it provides insights into the evolutionary factors influencing psychopathology.
- Q: Does the book cover specific psychiatric disorders? A: Yes, it discusses various psychiatric disorders such as suicidal behavior, anorexia, and depression, offering an evolutionary perspective on these conditions.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding the genetic background of psychiatric disorders? A: Yes, the book presents research findings on the genetic background and brain mechanisms related to psychiatric disorders, enhancing the understanding of these conditions.
- Q: What is the significance of incorporating evolution into psychiatry, according to the book? A: The book emphasizes that understanding the evolutionary background of the human mind and brain can improve the treatment and understanding of psychiatric disorders.