Understanding Abnormal Psychology

1. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-4462-6397-6
Verlag: Sage Publications US public.

Buch, Englisch, 480 Seiten, Paperback & eBook (Slimpack), Format (B × H): 186 mm x 232 mm, Gewicht: 949 g

Understanding Abnormal Psychology provides a thorough understanding of abnormal psychology with a focus on the integration of psychology, biology and health. It goes beyond a descriptive overview of clinical disorders to provide a critical appreciation of the multifaceted aspects of mental illness. Each disorder is clearly and succinctly explained with the support of case studies. These examples are then used to introduce the debates surrounding current research, the biology of abnormal disorders and standards of treatment. The bridge between the biological elements of brain functioning and the psychological mechanisms that are responsible for coping and adjustment is thoroughly explored. This valuable consideration of the range of elements involved in the diagnosis and treatment of clinical disorders will provide you with a broad and critical understanding of this complex and fascinating field.

The companion website has a number of useful features for students, including a flipcard glossary of key terms from the textbook and a test bank of interactive self-assessment multiple-choice questions.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Ramsden, Pamilla

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Biologische Psychologie, Neuropsychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Psychotherapie / Klinische Psychologie Psychopathologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1: Defining abnormal behaviour
Chapter 2: Models of Abnormal Behaviour
Chapter 3: Psychology of Disorders
Chapter 4: Physiology of Abnormal Behaviour
Chapter 5: Genetics and Environmental Factors
Chapter 6: Assessment, Diagnosis, Research Methods and Ethics
Chapter 7: Child Development and Abnormal Psychology
Chapter 8: Child Disorders and Psychopathology
Chapter 9: Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders
Chapter 10: Mood Disorders
Chapter 11: Anxiety Disorders
Chapter 12: Personality Disorders
Chapter 13: Substance-Related Disorders
Chapter 14: Alzheimer's, Cognitive Disorders and Disorders Related to Aging