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This Second Edition Of Oxford Textbook Of Correctional Psychiatry Comprises A Complete Update Of The First Edition To Reflect Evolving Standards Of Practice. Significant Revisions Include Guidance On The Treatment Of Transgender Individuals, The Use Of Medication-assisted Treatment (mat) For Substance Use Disorders, Trauma-informed Care, And The Management Of Mental Illness In Restrictive Housing Settings. The Book Also Includes Seven New Chapters On Topics Such As Telepsychiatry, Staff Wellness, Jail-based Competency Restoration, Peer Support Programs, And Immigrants In Detention. With Contributions From Dozens Of Prominent Experts From Around The World, This Comprehensive Textbook Stands Apart From Other Available Resources. The First Edition Won The American Psychiatric Association's Prestigious Manfred S. Guttmacher Award, Which Recognizes An Outstanding Contribution To The Literature In Forensic Psychiatry. This Book Enables Readers At Any Stage Of Their Career To Gain The Understanding And Practical Knowledge Needed To Approach Clinical, Organizational, And Ethical Challenges They May Face In Correctional Settings-- Provided By Publisher.