• DSM-5 criteria are used in the descriptions of all mental health disorders. • Sample client care plans show how members of the health care team work collaboratively to meet client needs. • Case studies provide realistic client scenarios that illustrate chapter concepts and strengthen critical thinking. • Therapeutic interventions include multidisciplinary and holistic treatment, medical management, application of the nursing process, and pharmacologic therapy. • Critical Thinking boxes contain thought-provoking client issues and questions, helping you develop skills in clinical reasoning. • Drug Alert boxes identify the risks and possible adverse reactions of psychotherapeutic medications. • Cultural Consideration boxes highlight cultural issues and address the mental health needs of culturally diverse clients. • Get Ready for the NCLEX® Examination sections include key points, additional learning resources, and NCLEX-PN review questions with answers on the Evolve website, all designed to prepare you for success on classroom and licensure exams. • Key terms at the beginning of each chapter introduce difficult medical, nursing, or scientific terms, and include page number references and phonetic pronunciations. • Study Guide on the Evolve website reinforces your understanding of important concepts from the text. Included free with textbook purchase.