Synopses & Reviews
Learn the latest in abnormal and clinical psychology Abnormal and Clinical Psychology aims to introduce and evaluate the conceptual models of mental health problems and their treatment, as well as to provide valuable analyses of various disorders, such as schizophrenia and paedophilia. The disorders are considered from the psychological, social and biological perspectives and different intervention types are investigated.
This new edition features thoroughly up-to-date case studies to illustrate discussion of clinical work, a range of new pedagogical resources and a brand new chapter on cognitive theory and therapies.
Synopsis
Learn the latest in abnormal and clinical psychology
Abnormal and Clinical Psychology aims to introduce and evaluate the conceptual models of mental health problems and their treatment, as well as to provide valuable analyses of various disorders, such as schizophrenia and paedophilia. The disorders are considered from the psychological, social and biological perspectives and different intervention types are investigated.
This new edition features thoroughly up-to-date case studies to illustrate discussion of clinical work, a range of new pedagogical resources and a brand new chapter on cognitive theory and therapies.
About the Author
Paul Bennett is a Research Professor in the Centre for Nursing, Health and Social Research at the University of Cardiff. He previously worked as a clinical psychologist for the NHS, finishing his NHS career as joint Professor at the University of Swansea and head of the Swansea NHS clinical psychology services.
Table of Contents
Part 1: Background and methods Introduction
The psychological perspective
New directions in cognitive therapy
Biological explanations and treatments
Beyond the individual
Part 2: Specific disorders
Somatoform disorders
Schizophrenia
Anxiety disorders
Mood disorders
Trauma-related disorders
Sexual disorders
Personality disorders
Eating disorders
Developmental disorders
Neurological disorders
Addictions