Essential Notes in Basic Sciences for the MRCPsych Part 2

Book excerpt: Candidates for the MRCPsych Part 2 often have difficulty with the basic sciences curriculum of the examination because it may have been several years since it was part of their studies. This book provides the information that will refresh and update their knowledge. It begins with ethics and the law and concludes with social sciences. In between are chapters on genetics, epidemiology, evaluation and psychometrics, and neuroscience. It can be used to provide an overview of the topics covered and as a revision aid prior to the examination. These essential notes will provide trainee psychiatrists.