Table of Contents

Contributors
Preface
I: Defining CAIM: Diagnoses, Target Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies
Chapter 1. The Growth of Complementary and Integrative Medicine
Chapter 2. Complementary and Integrative Medicine, DSM-5, and Clinical Decision Making
Chapter 3. Complementary and Integrative Medicine in Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Disorders
II: Nutrients in Psychiatric Care
Chapter 4. S-Adenosylmethionine
Chapter 5. Acetyl-L-Carnitine, N-Acetylcysteine, and Inositol in the Treatment of Psychiatric and Neuropsychiatric Disorders
Chapter 6. Single and Broad-Spectrum Micronutrient Treatments in Psychiatric Practice
III: Plant-Based Medicines
Chapter 7. Issues in Phytomedicine Related to Psychiatric Practice
Chapter 8. Adaptogens in Psychiatric Practice
Chapter 9. Integrating Rhodiola rosea in Clinical Practice
Chapter 10. St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) in the Treatment of Depression
Chapter 11. Ginkgo biloba
Chapter 12. Kava (Piper methysticum) in the Treatment of Anxiety
Chapter 13. Panax ginseng and American Ginseng in Psychiatric Practice
Chapter 14. Theanine, Lavender, Lemon Balm, and Chamomile
Chapter 15. Saffron, Passionflower, Valerian, and Sage for Mental Health
Chapter 16. Traditional Chinese Medicine
Chapter 17. Sceletium tortuosum
Chapter 18. Bacopa monnieri for Cognitive Support
IV: Neurohormones
Chapter 19. Melatonin and Melatonin Analogues for Psychiatric Disorders
V: Mind-Body Practices
Chapter 20. Polyvagal Theory and the Social Engagement System
Chapter 21. Breathing Techniques in Psychiatric Treatment
Chapter 22. Use of Yoga in Managing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Chapter 23. Mind-Body Practices Tai Chi and Qigong in the Treatment and Prevention of Psychiatric Disorders
Chapter 24. Mindfulness and Meditation in Psychiatric Practice
Chapter 25. Open Focus Training for Stress, Pain, and Psychosomatic Illness
VI: Technologies
Chapter 26. Neurofeedback Therapy in Clinical Practice
Chapter 27. Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation in the Psychiatric Setting
Chapter 28. Integrating Visual Processing Systems in Mental Health Care
Chapter 29. Using Technology-Based Mind-Body Tools in Clinical Practice
Index

About the Author

Patricia L. Gerbarg, M.D., is Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York.

Philip R. Muskin, M.D., M.A., is Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, New York.

Richard P. Brown, M.D., is Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, New York.

Reviews

I have sought quality resources on CAIM treatments in psychiatry (and specifically child and adolescent psychiatry) for 15 years and would recommend this book from Gerbarg, Muskin and Brown as a great introduction to the Western medicine-trained physician seeking guidance on evidence-based support for CAIM treatments. However, because of the paucity of evidence on many treatments included in CAIM, the authors fail to prioritize some foundational aspects of treatment and tend to emphasize lesser known and more infrequently used modalities.

Strengths: This book exposes the reader to a wide array of diverse treatment options that are not ordinarily taught during medical training but that are nonetheless often utilized in the general population. The editors and authors have an evidence-based focus, while often providing information on specific indications, contraindications, and mechanisms of action, as well as dosing tips. The index is particularly useful in helping readers sort through the book, and patient anecdotes help the reader envision practical applications for the information. Deficiencies: In an attempt to provide a comprehensive overview of complementary and integrative treatments in psychiatry, the book at times crosses the line between providing depth of information and being too dense making it difficult for readers to easily access and use the information. Rather than being read cover to cover, this book may be more suitable for use with the index to search for specific topics of interest as they pertain to patient care. Recommended Readership: This book would be a useful resource for psychiatrists or primary care providers, including residents and fellows.

This is a well-referenced, reliable resource that reviews many of the available CAIM interventions. While a good percentage of our patients are already using CAIM, many of our patients do not respond to or tolerate traditional treatments. It therefore behooves us to be familiar with these interventions so we can responsibly guide and make recommendations to our patients.