Extended Matching Items (EMIs) are becoming increasingly important part of the MRCPsych written examination This book prepares candidates by describing the format of EMIs, followed by numerous examples of typical examination questions. It covers the four main subject areas of the examination: psychology and human development; psychopharmacology; descriptive and psychodynamic psychopathology; and clinical theory and skills. Questions are ordered in increasing difficulty so that candidates not familiar with the format of EMIs can progressively test their examination preparation. Full answers, explanations and references are provided.

This vital new study aid is based on the latest changes in the format of the MRCPsych examination so it is completely up-to-date. It combines both Extended Matching Questions and Individual Statements along with timed practice papers to reflect the structure and content of the exam. In addition, it contains clear, concise solutions to each ......

The past decade has seen several revisions to the MRCPsych examinations but the latest changes have been the most radical. It is now a three part written examination along with a clinical assessment of skills and competencies. This has changed the focus of the 'new' MRCPsych Paper I, which now includes two thirds 'one-best-item-from-five' multiple choice questions (MCQs). This collection of 'one-best-item-from-five' style multiple choice questions mirrors the new format for the exam. Its companion volume Extended Matching Items for the MRCPsych Examinations Part 1 by Michael Reilly and Bangaru Raju remains relevant for the new format where EMIs make up one third of the questions. Together, these two guides thoroughly prepare you for the revised format, incorporating the new areas of study such as basic ethics, philosophy and history of psychiatry, and stigma and culture. With varying degrees of question difficulty, a wide-range of styles and topics, and full explanations of answers overleaf, MRCPsych Paper I One-Best-Item MCQs is ideal for examination preparation and self-study.

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.

Comprising of 400 MCQs, this book provides essential revision content to help you pass the recently introduced MRCPsych Paper A. The most recent guidelines for the new curriculum have been followed in compiling the content. MCQs for the New MRCPsych Paper A with Answers Explained is an invaluable aid for all candidates for the examination of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Other clinicians and undergraduate students in medicine and health sciences will also find it useful.

Completely up to date with the latest examination changes, Get Through MRCPsych: MCQs for Paper 1 contains 640 'best answer 1 of 5' multiple choice questions (MCQs) presented in a format closely matching the new syllabus. Modelled on actual exam questions so that they accurately reflect the style and level of difficulty, candidates can test and ass