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Medically unexplained symptoms and somatisation are the fifth most common reason for visits to doctors in the USA, and form one of the most expensive diagnostic categories in Europe. The range of disorders involved includes irritable bowel syndrome, chronic widespread pain and chronic fatigue syndrome. This book reviews the current literature, clarifies and disseminates clear information about the size and scope of the problem, and discusses current and future national and international guidelines. It also identifies barriers to progress and makes evidence-based recommendations for the...

Rapid changes are taking place in the practice of psychiatry and nowhere is this more pronounced than in the area of community and home-based care. This book explains the theory and practice of community psychiatry concentrating on the evidence from research and highlighting recent developments. In looking ahead to impending developments requiring further research, it will help clinicians, economists, and civic planners in the organization of community psychiatric care.