Produced to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Canadian Psychiatric Research Foundation, this volume highlights the work of Canadians who have made significant contributions to neuroscience. It features semi-structured interviews with 16 leading researchers, as well as conversations with philanthropists, policy makers, and psychiatric "survivors." A wide variety of disorders and conditions are addressed, including autism, schizophrenia, and sleep disorders. The volume's clear, conversational style makes it accessible to a broad audience. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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