In this briefer version of Durand and Barlows widely taught text, the authors explain abnormal psychology through their standard-setting integrative approachuthe most modern, scientifically valid method for studying the subject. Through this integrative approach, students learn that psychological disorders are rarely caused by a single influence, but rooted in the interaction among multiple factors: biological, psychological, cultural, social, familial, and even political. A conversational writing style, consistent pedagogy, video clips of real clients (located on the accompanying Abnormal Psychology Live 2.5 CD-ROM), and real case profilesu95 percent from the authors own case filesuprovide a realistic context for the scientific findings of the book. In addition, these features ensure that readers never lose sight of the fact that real people are beyond the DSM-IV-TR criteria, the theories, and the research.
1. Abnormal Psychology in Historical Context. 2. An Integrative Approach to Psychopathology. 3. Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis, and Research Methods. 4. Anxiety Disorders. 5. Somatoform and Dissociative Disorders. 6. Mood Disorders and Suicide. 7. Physical Disorders and Health Psychology. 8. Eating and Sleep Disorders. 9. Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders. 10. Substance-Related and Impulse-Control Disorders. 11. Personality Disorders. 12. Schizophrenia and Other Psychotic Disorders. 13. Developmental and Cognitive Disorders. 14. Mental Health Services: Legal and Ethical Issues.