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Psychologists rely on 'Abnormal Psychology' because it sets the standard for clarity, cutting-edge coverage, authoritative content and clinical emphasis. It helps them fully integrate the details of all the disorders and distinguish between the more important concepts.

Addresses two primary questions--what causes psychopathology and which treatments are most effective in preventing or reducing psychological suffering. Uses four paradigms or points of view to study abnormal psychology: biological, psychoanalytic, learning and cognitive. Also... Read Full Overview

Kring, Davison, Neale, and Johnson's Abnormal Psychology sets the standard for clarity, cutting-edge coverage, authoritative content, and clinical emphasis. The authors invite students to examine the many different facets of psychopathology -- to search for clues, follow-up on... Read Full Overview

This book introduce readers to abnormal psychology, addressing the causes of psychopathology as well as issues in the treatment and prevention of abnormal behavior. It uses four perspectives to study abnormal psychology--biological, psychoanalytic, learning, and cognitive.

Packed with the tools and guidance you need to ensure success, this Study Guide that accompanies Davison's Abnormal Psychology, 9thEdition , includes a summary for each chapter, a list of key concepts, important study questions, and practice tests. Abnormal Psychology, 9th Edition... Read Full Overview

This text continues to be one of the most current, authoritative overviews of the theories and research in psychopathology and intervention. Its widely praised scientific clinical approach blends the clinical and empirical/experimental as the authors examine each disorder from... Read Full Overview

The Fifth Edition of this popular, introductory abnormal psychology text has been revised and updated. DSM IIIR is incorporated into the text. The treatment is comprehensive, covering both experimental and clinical approaches--includes a wealth of research-based information... Read Full Overview