Provides the latest information on the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of schizophrenia. Highlights modern diagnostic tools and current therapeutic advances for the prevention of hallucinations, though disorganization, and negative symptoms.

Showcasing the latest studies in this field, this reference unveils recent breakthroughs in the use of atypical antipsychotics for the treatment of a variety of patient populations - tracking developments in the management of patients with schizophrenia and affective psychotic disorders.