Psych-Lite is the shortest psych textbook you'll ever read.
Rob and I co-wrote Psych-Lite after realising that students in the various health courses finished their six to eight-week psychiatry rotations before they understood the basics of the various disorders and treatments and missed the opportunity to understand what was happening to the patients they met. We decided they needed a book they could read the night before they started their courses or at least during the first few days.
Here's an AI inspired-description of Psych-Lite
A new Australian text that provides a concise introduction to psychiatry, essential for medical students
This text is not just another academic tome but a practical guide designed to equip medical students with the essential knowledge they need to navigate the complex field of psychiatry. Each concise chapter is a treasure trove of fundamental information, providing a solid foundation for students beginning their psychiatry rotations. It demystifies challenging presentations such as mood disorders, personality disorders, and psychotherapies, making them more approachable and understandable.
The writing style is designed to put the reader at ease and encourage confidence in a frequently confronting discipline. The authors are clinical academics who enjoy making the complex understandable.
Key Features
Psych-Lite is not just a textbook; it's a convenient on-the-spot reference book. Its concise, informative chapters, each designed to be no longer than 1,000 words, make it easy to digest and quick to reference. Written in an approachable style, it's designed to put you at ease, ensuring you can access the information you need when you need it.
Psych-Lite - sample chapter from McGraw-Hill Education ANZ- Medical