Book excerpt: The seventh edition of the Directory of Psychiatry Residency Training Programs is an essential reference tool for those entering the field of psychiatry. This easy-to-use directory provides a systematic and complete description of accredited residency programs in general and child and adolescent psychiatry that will help prospective residents to select the programs that most interest them. This reference is the product of a joint effort between the American Psychiatric Association (APA), the American Association of Directors of Psychiatric Residency Training (AADPRT), the American Medical Student Association (AMSA), and the Student National Medical Association (SNMA). Equipped with the important information in this directory, prospective residents can make informed choices about their residency training and ensure a brighter, more rewarding career.