"The tone of this volume is well pitched; it is written in clear English yet without being over-simplified. New vocabulary is collated into ‘key terms’ boxes for easy reference at the end of the chapter – a useful device for the new student. Also proffered at chapter end are ‘For Discussion’ boxes, encouraging the reader to critically assess and compare the contents of the chapter, along with useful suggestions for further reading. With a good level of detail without swamping the reader, this volume is an excellent introduction to students of abnormal psychology."
Hayley Burgess, Psychology Graduate
Extensively updated, this popular textbook includes the latest research and therapeutic approaches, including third wave cognitive behavioural therapies, as well as developments in clinical practice. The book introduces and evaluates the conceptual models of mental health problems and their treatment, and provides valuable analyses of various disorders, such as schizophrenia and paedophilia. Each disorder is considered from a psychological, social and biological perspective and different intervention types are thoroughly investigated. The new edition also features
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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.
Introduction
The psychological perspective
New directions in cognitive therapy
Biological explanations and treatments
Beyond the individual
Part 2: Specific issues
Somatoform disorders
Schizophrenia
Anxiety disorders
Mood disorders
Trauma-related disorders
Sexual disorders
Personality disorders
Eating disorders
Developmental disorders
Neurological disorders
Addictions
Glossary
Bibliography
Index
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