Clinical research is often thought of as a dry and somewhat arcane pursuit. Not so, assert the editors of Elements of Clinical Research in Psychiatry. The editors bring this topic to life by combining a boundless enthusiasm for their chosen field with a depth of knowledge rarely seen in the literature. They show that clinical research can be rewarding and exciting.
Clinical research is often thought of as a dry and somewhat arcane pursuit.
Not so, assert the editors of Elements of Clinical Research in Psychiatry. The editors, all actively engaged in clinical research, bring the topic to life by combining a boundless enthusiasm for their chosen field with a depth of knowledge rarely seen in the literature. They show that clinical research can be rewarding not only because the research results contribute to improving the welfare of psychiatric patients, but also because the research process itself is exciting.
Arguably the definitive guidebook on clinical psychiatric research, this volume covers everything from starting a career to measurement and assessment methods, and from statistics to the use of human subjects (including interacting with the Institutional Review Board), as well as related ethics and misconduct issues. Also included is research support--provides a roadmap for those seeking research support in the U.S. (more than 90% is funded via NIH), detailing how to write grants from the ground up. The editors complete their discussion with step-by-step instructions on writing journal articles, reviewing manuscripts, and making scientific presentations. Carefully chosen appendixes provide readers with additional information they can use right away, augmented by a detailed index and reference list.
Anyone considering clinical psychiatric research as a career will find in this eminently practical volume the single source they need. Practicing psychiatrists interested in specific areas of clinical research, such as human subject use or biomedical ethics, will also find much of interest here. Replete with useful information, these stimulating discussions provide the building blocks for embarking upon--and enhancing--a successful career in clinical psychiatric research.
