Surviving Schizophrenia: A Family ManualDr. Torrey has now updated and expanded all sections of this classic work, especially those chapters dealing with treatment and rehabilitation. He also focuses on the lack of adequate funding for research and treatment, and offers advice to families on how to improve services for those with schizophrenia. Illustrated. |
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