A Short Textbook Of Psychiatry is aimed at providing the readers with detailed insight into the field of psychiatry. Through the course of this book, the author throws light on a number of psychological disorders, and related concepts. The author has made use of highlighted points, figures, and tables, which make this book easier for the reader to understand. This book starts off by explaining the methodologies used for classification, and diagnosis in psychiatry, after which the readers are presented with insight into psychiatric assessment by interviewing the patient. The author also throws light on psychiatric issues triggered by brain dysfunction, commonly referred to as organic mental disorders. Following that, the readers are also given insight into mental disorders that occur due to substance abuse, such as drug addiction. This book also deals with mood disorders, schizophrenia, and other psychotic disorders.