The encyclopedia of psychological disorders

Discusses mental illness, its impact at school and on the job, society's attitude toward it and those who have it, treatment options, and ways to recognize it.

Discusses the causes, symptoms, and diagnosis of schizophrenia as well as its effects on society.

Studies the most common of mental syndromes and how it can cause tension or problems at school, work, and home.

Discusses why families break down and the long-term effects of this on children. Treatment methods are also discussed.

Explores the truth and misconceptions regarding anorexia nervosa by examining its history, causes, considerations, treatment, and related eating disorders.

Examines the history, nature, effects, and dangers of such designer drugs as Ecstasy, PCP, fentanyl, and meperidine.

Discusses the nature, possible causes, effects on the patient as well as family and friends, and treatment options of this deteriorative disease.

Examines the nature, causes, and treatment of self-mutilation and related disorders, as well as ways of helping someone who inflicts self-injuries.

Covers disorders in reading, writing, and mathematics and their treatment.

Examines the history, use, and mental and psychological effects of marijuana and hashish, as well as their impact on society and current treatment for their abuse.