Abnormal Psychology
Contrasting PerspectivesGiving an overview of different approaches to the assessment and treatment of psychological disorders, this textbook retains important diagnostic perspectives, including the DSM-5, ICD-10, ICD-11 and PDM. It also widens the scope of coverage beyond mainstream psychiatric models to include psychological, biological, historical, sociocultural and therapeutic approaches. Contemporary and well-balanced, this book provides an even-handed and holistic foundation, allowing students to develop a strong critical mindset while retaining a robust research-driven orientation. Abnormal Psychology: Contrasting Perspectives: – features an innovative structure organized by presenting problem, examining each in a broad context of traditional psychiatric and alternative approaches – is grounded in lived experience of disorder: shining a spot-light on service-users through ‘Case Examples’ scenarios and ‘Lived Experience’ perspective pieces – supports student learning and critical thinking through engaging ‘Controversial Question’, ‘Try it Yourself’ and ‘In Depth’ – is supported by an impressive online support features including lecture slides, a test bank, instructor manual, student study guide, multiple choice self-test quizzes, flashcard activities and more. This book is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduates students on abnormal psychology, psychopathology, mental health or clinical psychology courses. Accompanying online resources for this title can be found at bloomsburyonlineresources.com/abnormal-psychology. These resources are designed to support teaching and learning when using this textbook and are available at no extra cost.ISBN: 9781137547163, 1137547162
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