Main description:

Integrative Medicine is an emerging discipline that not only bridges the existing disciplines of psychiatry psychology, but provides a scientifically-based framework that synthesizes the rest of physiology, biochemistry and other health dimensions such as social support and spirituality, which collectively contribute to brain and body health and overall well-being. Patients who have not tolerated or not responded optimally to traditional treatments are also good
candidates for integrative approaches. This new edition of Integrative Psychiatry and Brain Health reflects the tremendous advances in science that allude to mechanisms of action that weave together seemingly unrelated disciplines for the promotion of health and wellness.

Part of the Weil Integrative Medicine Library, this volume provides a rational and evidence-based approach to the integrative therapy of mental disorders, integrating the principles of alternative and complementary therapies into the principles and practice of conventional psychiatry and psychology. Integrative Psychiatry and Brain Health examines what works and what doesn't, and offers practical guidelines for physicians to incorporate integrative medicine into their practice and to
advise patients on reasonable and effective therapies. The text discusses areas of controversy and identifies areas of uncertainty where future research is needed. Chapters also cite the best available evidence for both the safety and the efficacy of all therapies discussed. The information is presented in
accessible and easy-to-read formats, including clinical pearls and key points.

Contents:

Section 1: Lifestyle Effects on Brain Health
Chapter 1: Diet, Gut and Brain: A New Horizon
Anthony J. Bazzan and Daniel A. Monti
Chapter 2: Key Nutrients for Normal Brain Health
Rashna K. Staid
Chapter 3: Effects of Exercise on Mental Health
Stephen Olex and Krista Olex
Chapter 4: The Neurobiology of Meditation and Stress Reduction
Andrew B. Newberg and David B. Yaden
Chapter 5: The Interaction of Religion and Health
David B. Yaden and Andrew B. Newberg
Chapter 6: Behavioral Strategies for Happiness and Satisfaction
Cathy Greenberg and Relly Nadler

Section 2: Healing Systems: Theory and Evidence
Chapter 7: Botanicals of Interest to Psychiatrists
Daniel A. Monti and Andrew B. Newberg
Chapter 8: Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Jingduan Yang and Daniel A. Monti
Chapter 9: Role of Chiropractic in Mind-Body Health
George Zabrecky
Chapter 10: Homeopathy and Psychiatry
Bernardo A. Merizalde
Chapter 11: Hypnosis and Biofeedback as Prototypes of Mind-Body Medicine
Marie Stoner
Chapter 12: Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Psychiatric Disorders
Aleeze Moss and Diane Reibel
Chapter 13: Neuromodulation in Psychiatric Disorders
Christina Herring

Section 3: Integrative Psychiatry in Practice
Chapter 14: Functional Neuro-Imaging: A Transformative Tool for Integrative Psychiatry
Abass Alavi and Andrew B. Newberg
Chapter 15: Commonly Encountered Sleep Disorders
Karl Doghramji
Chapter 16: Cognitive Interventions: Brain Training and Rehabilitation
Thomas Swirsky-Sacchetti and Robert L. Rider
Chapter 17: Integrative Approaches to Cognitive Decline
Thomas J. Kelly, IV and Mijail Serruya
Chapter 18: Integrative Approaches to Depression
Nancy Wintering and Andrew B. Newberg
Chapter 19: Integrative Treatment of Anxiety
Brigit Rakel
Chapter 20: Integrative Treatment of Emotional Traumas
Anna Tobia
Chapter 21: Addictions: Evidence for Integrative Treatment
Mary F. Morrison, Karen Lin, and Susan Gersh