Fundamentals of Abnormal PsychologyFor over ten years, Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology has been recognized as the ideal concise textbook for abnormal psychology. The book distinguishes itself by seamlessly integrating various theoretical models, sociocultural factors, research, clinical experiences, and therapies. Ron Comer not only encourages students to think critically about the science and study of mental disorders—he also reveals the humanity behind them. Now in its Fourth Edition, the book builds on its predecessors with an abundance of new material and improved media tools. |
Contents
Preface | 7 |
A CLOSER LOOK | 7 |
Past and Present 1 | 13 |
Models of Abnormality | 31 |
How Are People with Less Severe Disturbances | 44 |
Clinical Assessment Diagnosis and Treatment | 67 |
The Truth the Whole Truth | 76 |
STEPPING BACK | 82 |
Combinations of Substances | 335 |
STEPPING BACK | 341 |
CRITICAL THOUGHTS | 348 |
Problems of the Psychosis and Cognitive Function 12 Schizophrenia | 351 |
LifeSpan Problems 13 Personality Disorders | 385 |
What Are the Symptoms | 406 |
Biological Views | 414 |
Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence | 419 |
Problems of Anxiety and Mood 4 Anxiety Disorders | 95 |
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Clinical Assessment | 104 |
Client Behave Abnormally? | 110 |
Does the Clients Syndrome Match | 119 |
ABNORMALITY AND THE ARTS | 124 |
How Might the Client | 127 |
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Stress Disorders | 133 |
KEY TERMS | 160 |
Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders | 163 |
Psychological Treatments | 179 |
EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES | 185 |
QUICK QUIZ | 191 |
Mood Disorders | 193 |
Suicide | 227 |
Problems of the Mind and Body 9 Eating Disorders | 253 |
SubstanceRelated Disorders | 279 |
Sexual Disorders and Gender Identity Disorder | 315 |
THE CURRENT SCENE | 319 |
A CLOSER LOOK | 332 |
Disorders of Aging and Cognition | 449 |
Conclusion | 462 |
QUICK QUIZ | 469 |
Law Society and the Mental Health Profession | 471 |
The Person within the Profession | 494 |
CRITICAL THOUGHTS | 496 |
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References | 1 |
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