Nancy C. Andreasen
American neuroscientist and psychiatrist noted for pioneering work in neuroimaging and schizophrenia research; longtime University of Iowa professor and former editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Psychiatry; author of The Broken Brain and The Creating Brain.
Books
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1. The Broken Brain
The Biological Revolution in Psychiatry
A concise exploration of the shift in psychiatry toward understanding mental illnesses as brain-based disorders, highlighting advances in neuroscience, genetics, neurotransmitters, brain imaging, and diagnostic systems. It surveys conditions such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety and reviews treatments including medications, ECT, and the complementary role of psychotherapy. Through case examples, it challenges stigma and misconceptions while outlining both the promise and limitations of emerging research.