The Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry (The Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines Series, 1st Edition)

By David M. Taylor, Fiona Gaughran, Toby Pillinger, & Carol Paton
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell (2020) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 9781119554202

The Maudsley Practice Guidelines for Physical Health Conditions in Psychiatry provides evidence-based recommendations for managing the complex interface between psychiatric illness and physical health. Building on the reputation of the Maudsley Prescribing Guidelines Series, this reference offers practical strategies for optimizing patient care in individuals with comorbid conditions.

The 1st edition covers cardiovascular, metabolic, endocrine, neurological, and infectious diseases, with guidance on monitoring, prevention, and treatment tailored to psychiatric populations. It emphasizes integrated care, highlighting the importance of collaboration between psychiatry, primary care, and specialty medicine.

Designed for psychiatrists, physicians, pharmacists, and multidisciplinary teams, this resource supports safe prescribing, effective management of side effects, and holistic care for patients with both mental and physical health challenges.