LCCN2018-951322
ReviewsI would say that this text is highly recommended, no matter the student population. The text is very easy to read and understand the concepts from a student's perspective, and effective in it's discussion. Dr. Robert S. Hoople, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana Coverage is excellent Writing is excellent Relevant for college students as they begin their understanding of abnormal psychology. Vance E. Maloney, Taylor University The text is well-written and organized. My student feedback has been positive over the years. The company provides a good test bank with multiple choice and possible fill-in-the-blank questions as well. Gisela Casanova, Purdue University Northwest
Dewey Decimal616.89
Table Of ContentAbnormal Psychology in Science and Clinical Practice 1. Abnormal Psychology: Past and Present 2. Models of Abnormality 3. Clinical Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment Problems of Anxiety and Mood 4. Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive, and Related Disorders 5. Disorders of Trauma and Stress 6. Depressive and Bipolar Disorders 7. Suicide Problems of the Mind and Body 8. Disorders Featuring Somatic Symptoms 9. Eating Disorders 10. Substance Use and Addictive Disorders 11. Sexual Disorders and Gender Variations Problems of Psychosis and the Cognitive Function 12. Schizophrenia and Related Disorders Life-Span Problems 13. Personality Disorders 14. Disorders Common Among Children and Adolescents 15. Disorders of Aging and Cognition Conclusion 16. Law, Society, and the Mental Health Profession
SynopsisAn award-winning teacher, accomplished researcher, and experienced therapist, Ron Comer knows how to communicate the complexities of abnormal psychology, speak to the concerns of students, and empathically portray the real human impact of psychological disorders. For the 9th edition of this market leading textbook, Ron is joined by Jonathan Comer who brings his expertise in developmental psychopathology research, brain circuitry, cognitive-behavioral research, and technology-driven treatment -- all of which pervade the new edition of this successful abnormal psychology textbook. With its signature integrated coverage of theory, diagnosis, and treatment, and inclusive cross-cultural perspective, this new edition of Comer's widely adopted textbook shows students where the study and treatment of psychological disorders stand today. In addition to a thorough updating, the new edition integrates the developmental psychopathology perspective to integrate the explanations and treatments for psychological disorders offered by the various models; updates coverage of biological models to include new research on brain circuits; and combines behavioral and cognitive explanations and treatments for psychological disorders into a coherent and nuanced cognitive-behavioral model. Comer/Comer's Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology , 9e employs some extraordinary interactive tools to bring students face to face with the realities of psychological dysfunction, organized for easy access and assignability in LaunchPad, Worth Publishers' online course space., An award-winning teacher, accomplished researcher, and experienced therapist, Ron Comer knows how to communicate the complexities of abnormal psychology, speak to the concerns of students, and empathically portray the real human impact of psychological disorders. For the 9th edition of this market leading textbook, Ron is joined by Jonathan Comer who brings his expertise in developmental psychopathology research, brain circuitry, cognitive-behavioral research, and technology-driven treatment -- all of which pervade the new edition of this successful abnormal psychology textbook. With its signature integrated coverage of theory, diagnosis, and treatment, and inclusive cross-cultural perspective, this new edition of Comer's widely adopted textbook shows students where the study and treatment of psychological disorders stand today. In addition to a thorough updating, the new edition integrates the developmental psychopathology perspective to integrate the explanations and treatments for psychological disorders offered by the various models; updates coverage of biological models to include new research on brain circuits; and combines behavioral and cognitive explanations and treatments for psychological disorders into a coherent and nuanced cognitive-behavioral model. Comer/Comer's Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology, 9e employs some extraordinary interactive tools to bring students face to face with the realities of psychological dysfunction, organized for easy access and assignability in LaunchPad, Worth Publishers' online course space.
LC Classification NumberRC454.C6343 2019