Cognitive Impairment in Major Depressive Disorder: Clinical Relevance, Biological Substrates, and Treatment Opportunities - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1107074584 ISBN 13: 9781107074583

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2016

Synopsis

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is the leading cause of disability globally in both developed and developing nations. The staggering economic costs attributable to MDD are largely a consequence of impairment in role function. Evidence indicates that disturbance in the domain of cognitive function in individuals with MDD is the principal determinant of health outcome. This is the first book to comprehensively explore the domain of cognition in MDD. The literature describing cognitive dysfunction is reviewed with particular focus on clinical determinants, pathophysiology and causative factors. The patient subpopulations most susceptible are defined. A summary of contemporary assessment tools for research and clinical purposes is provided. Multimodality treatments and prevention strategies are described. This book is an invaluable resource for psychiatrists, neuropsychologists and other members of the mental health team, as well as for policy makers, vocation rehabilitation experts, disability providers and other stakeholders interested in improving health outcomes in MDD.

About this title

Book Description:

Major depressive disorder is a common, often severe, disorder identified as a leading cause of disability globally. The associated economic and human costs are a direct consequence of disturbances in cognitive function. This is the first book to assemble research, clinical and public policy perspectives on cognitive dysfunction in MDD.

About the Author:

Roger S. McIntyre is Head of the Mood Disorders Psychopharmacology Unit, University Health Network, and Professor of Psychiatry and Pharmacology, University of Toronto, ON, Canada.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1107074584
• ISBN 13: 9781107074583
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 370
• Editor: McIntyre Roger S.