Abnormal Psychology

By Philip C. Kendall and James Coleman

Book Overview

Offering coverage of cognitive and biological issues, this work on abnormal psychology emphasizes culture, family and gender in the prevalence, cause and treatment of disorders, and applies the science-practitioner model. DSM-IV is integrated throughout the text. In-depth analysis is provided of various research studies, with a focus on the experimental methodology employed, and integrated case studies illustrate disorders and treatments, and place them in context.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0395621836
• ISBN13: 9780395621837
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: CENGAGE Learning
• Length: 615 Pages
• Weight: 4.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.3" x 1.3" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Clear, informative, interesting

As a student of psychology, I have found this book to be very useful. The book is comprehensive and explores many areas of abnormal psychology such as depression, substance-related disorders, suicide and schizophrenia. The major models of psychopathology are explained as well as various forms of therapy. Most importantly, there are chapters devoted to treatment and assessment of disorders. Throughout the book, the authors are sensitive to cultural and individual variations which are so important in mental health. The layout is very good; there are many photographs, graphs, case studies, figures etc. Chapter outlines, summaries and key terms are provided. Overall, this is an enjoyable, well-written book and is one which provides a good introduction to the area of abnormal psychology. Highly recommended.