Following the recent changes to the psychiatry training curriculum by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, this is the first book of its kind specifically written to offer revision support for the new Clinical Assessment of Skills and Competencies (CASC) exam. It combines practical information with invaluable suggestions of how one might phrase particular questions and direct the conversation during the client interview. It confidently summarises history-taking, mental state examination, clinical management, risk management, diagnostic criteria as well as key clinical guidelines. It also includes a large bank of mock examination scenarios for candidates to practice. As part of the Oxford Specialty Training series, it complements and cross-references to key titles in the field of psychiatry.

"...this is an efficient, user-friendly, and well-researched addition to the MRCPsych arsenal." - The Psychiatrist

"Overall this is an excellent all-round book that covers the CASC syllabus, but also has very good practical tips and provides candidates with actual exam scenarios that they can practice." - British Journal of Hospital Medicine

"Very readable and accessible without ever over simplifying. A great investment for your exams and a useful resource that you will no doubt refer to in the future." - Amazon review