Clinical Decision Making in Psychiatry

Clinical Decision Making in Psychiatry is a practical guide developed to assist clinicians in navigating complex psychiatric decisions through structured, algorithm-driven frameworks.

The book offers a unique blend of evidence-based practices and real-world insights contributed by experienced clinicians.

Covering key challenges in psychiatric diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term management (including treatment-resistant conditions and comorbidities), the text provides decision-making algorithms that present clear, step-by-step pathways for integrating clinical data with available treatment options.

Intended for a broad spectrum of mental health professionals, this resource aims to promote evidence-informed, flexible, and compassionate psychiatric care.

Samir Kumar Praharaj DPM MD
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India

Vikas Menon MD DNB
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, India

Adarsh Tripathi MD MNAMS
Professor, King George's Medical University, Shahmeena Road, Chowk, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India

Sai Krishna Tikka DPM MD
Associate Professor and In-charge Head of Department, Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS, Bibinagar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India