Essentials of Abnormal Psychology + Psychology Coursemate With Ebook Printed Access Card

This sixth edition introductory textbook for students explores major aspects of abnormal psychology. Every chapter has been revised and updated, with a focus on the integration of psychological, biological, and social influences on psychopathology. Chapter one introduces abnormal behavior in historical context, chapter two discusses integrative approaches, and chapter three addresses clinical assessment, diagnosis, and research in psychopathology. The following ten chapters detail major psychological disorders and discuss clinical description, causal factors, and treatment and outcomes. The final chapter examines legal and ethical issues related to mental health services. Each chapter includes real life case studies and culminates with a summary, list of key terms, answers to in-chapter questions, media resources, and a chapter quiz. Further resources are made available at the end of some chapters, and access to additional online study materials is included. Annotation c2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)