Summary of John D. Preston, John H. O'Neal, Mary C. Talaga & Bret A. Moore's Handbook of Clinical Psychopharmacology for Therapists

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The human brain contains approximately 100 billion nerve cells, which are called neurons. The proper functioning of the nervous system depends on communication between the neurons. Each neuron receives oxygen, glucose, and a host of other molecules from adjacent capillaries. #2 The human brain’s 100 billion nerve cells are richly interconnected, making approximately 100 trillion synapses. In almost all instanc