Clinicians encounter patients with psychotic disorders in many settings (inpatient, outpatient, emergency room, prison, general hospital).  A book that contains information about the management of psychosis in all settings is lacking, particularly for trainees and early career psychiatrists.  The scope of this book will cover all psychotic disorders (i.e., primary psychotic disorders like schizophrenia but also secondary psychotic disorders like delirium or drug-induced psychosis).  The book will emphasize medical aspects of care in order to reduce the increased premature medical morbidity and mortality in patients with psychotic disorders.

 This book provides clear and concise guidance for clinicians when they encounter a patient with psychosis, starting with the medical work-up to arrive at a diagnosis and ending with the comprehensive care for patients with established schizophrenia.  It covers the optimal use of medications (emphasizing safe use) but also addresses other treatment approaches (psychological treatments, rehabilitation) and the larger societal context of care, including how to work effectively in complex systems.

 This text is ideal for medical students, early career professionals such as trainees and fellows, and related clinicians seeking additional training and resources. It uniquely condenses the literature into teaching points without simplifying too much, effectively serving as a learning tool for trainees and professionals.  Each chapter begins with an initial summary and includes Tips and Key Points in text boxes.  Each chapter also includes links to external websites and additional readings and are revised to include new illustrations and figures.  The book also includes an appendix section with practical tools and learning resources. The book contains clinical and practical wisdom for clinicians who are treating real patients at the front lines, setting it apart from all other texts