Psychopathology and Mental Distress : Contrasting Perspectives Paperback / softback
by Jonathan D. (State University of New York, USA) Raskin
Paperback / softback
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This groundbreaking core textbook offers a comprehensive overview of different approaches to the causes, assessment and treatment of psychological disorders.
The book includes important diagnostic frameworks, including the new DSM-5-TR, ICD-11 and PDM, but also widens the scope of coverage beyond mainstream psychiatric models to include psychological, biological, historical, sociocultural and therapeutic approaches.
Contemporary and well-balanced, this book provides an even-handed and holistic foundation, allowing students to develop a strong critical mindset while retaining a robust research-driven orientation. This new edition:- features an innovative structure organized by presenting problem, examining each in a broad context of traditional psychiatric and alternative approaches- is grounded in lived experience of disorder: shining a spot-light on service-users through 'Case Examples' scenarios and 'Lived Experience' perspective pieces- Supports student learning and critical thinking through engaging 'Controversial Question' and 'In Depth' features- Features an attractive new layout and plenty of colour illustrations - Is supported by impressive online support features including lecture slides, a test bank, instructor manual, video library, student study questions, self-test quizzes, flashcard activities and more. Now thoroughly updated to include the latest developments in research and clinical practice, along with enhanced in-text and online pedagogy to support instructors and learners, this book is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students on abnormal psychology, psychopathology, mental health or clinical psychology courses.
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:720 pages, 84 color photos, 19 figures, 43 tables
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:08/02/2024
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- ISBN:9781350330382
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:720 pages, 84 color photos, 19 figures, 43 tables
- Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication Date:08/02/2024
- Category:
- ISBN:9781350330382