Textbook about Perturbation Theory

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The discussion centers on finding textbooks and resources for learning perturbation theory, specifically its application to helium and time-dependent scenarios. Participants suggest that most quantum mechanics textbooks cover perturbation theory, indicating that foundational texts like Resnick's and Wolfgang's are commonly referenced. The conversation highlights the need for clarity on related concepts, such as the variational method in the context of perturbation theory.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics fundamentals
  • Familiarity with perturbation theory concepts
  • Knowledge of the variational method in quantum mechanics
  • Basic mathematical skills for quantum mechanics
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  • Research advanced quantum mechanics textbooks that cover perturbation theory in depth
  • Explore online courses focused on perturbation theory and its applications
  • Study the variational method and its relation to perturbation theory
  • Investigate specific case studies involving helium and time-dependent perturbation theory
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I was hoping someone could advise me on a textbook/platform where I can learn more about the perturbation theory applied to helium and the perturbation theory time depedant. Thanks
 
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Fips said:
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I was hoping someone could advise me on a textbook/platform where I can learn more about the perturbation theory applied to helium and the perturbation theory time depedant. Thanks

Almost every quantum mechanics textbook has a couple of chapters on perturbation theory. Are you looking for anything more specific?
 
@noir1993 Well there's a lot of things I still don't understand and don't even know if they're related, like if the varational method is used for a perturbated state, on which occasion we consider an event a perturbation to the system...
Currently I'm using Resnick's and Wolfgang's books. Do you recommend them? Thanks
 

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