Schizophrenia

Understanding, treating and coping with schizophrenia

Since its first publication, it has been impossible to imagine the standard literature on schizophrenia without this book. Its outstanding feature is that it makes the disease easy to understand for professionals and lay persons: It encourages those affected by schizophrenia as well as their relatives and friends to maintain patience and hope. At the same time, it appeals to those treating patients not to capitulate too quickly to the disease and its consequences.

This new edition is considerably expanded to include aspects of dealing with schizophrenia as well as its essential therapeutic options. With this classic, the author has succeeded in creating something unique, a common language for those affected, relatives and professionals.

Third edition