Includes index.

UNIT 1 Current Theories and Practice --
Chapter 1. Foundations of Psychiatric–Mental Health Nursing --
Chapter 2. Neurobiologic Theories and Psychopharmacology --
Chapter 3. Psychosocial Theories and Therapy --
Chapter 4. Treatment Settings and Therapeutic Programs --
UNIT 2 Building the Nurse–Client Relationship --
Chapter 5. Therapeutic Relationships --
Chapter 6. Therapeutic Communication --
Chapter 7. Client’s Response to Illness --
Chapter 8. Assessment --
UNIT 3 Current Social and Emotional Concerns --
Chapter 9. Legal and Ethical Issues --
Chapter 10. Grief and Loss --
Chapter 11. Anger, Hostility, and Aggression --
Chapter 12. Abuse and Violence --
UNIT 4 Nursing Practice for Psychiatric Disorders --
Chapter 13. Trauma and Stressor-Related Disorders --
Chapter 14. Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders --
Chapter 15. Obsessive–Compulsive and Related Disorders --
Chapter 16. Schizophrenia --
Chapter 17. Mood Disorders and Suicide --
Chapter 18. Personality Disorders --
Chapter 19. Addiction --
Chapter 20. Eating Disorders --
Chapter 21. Somatic Symptom Illnesses --
Chapter 22. Neurodevelopmental Disorders --
Chapter 23. Disruptive Behavior Disorders --
Chapter 24. Cognitive Disorders.

This 9th Edition has been extensively revised throughout, reflecting the latest evidence-based perspectives and practices while maintaining a strong foundation in the nursing process. Author Sheila Videbeck’s concise, direct writing style makes challenging content digestible and is complemented by humorous illustrations that keep students engaged and reinforce comprehension. Accompanying study guide questions integrated in each chapter test students’ retention and strengthen their critical thinking capabilities, and a robust suite of learning features hones the clinical judgment essential for a confident transition to practice.