Abnormal and Clinical Psychology An Introductory Textbook [Paperback]

Learn the latest in abnormal and clinical psychology

Abnormal and Clinical Psychologyaims 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.

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

Paul Bennettis 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.