Abnormal Psychology
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Beschreibung
For the latest edition of this comprehensive core textbook, Ron Comer is joined by Jonathan Comer who brings his special expertise in developmental psychopathology research, brain circuitry, cognitive-behavioural research, and technology-driven treatment. The authors are skilled at communicating the complexities of abnormal psychology, speaking to the concerns of students, and portraying the real human impact of psychological disorders.
With its signature integrated coverage of theory, diagnosis, and treatment, and remarkably inclusive cross-cultural perspective, this textbook is widely adopted on abnormal psychology courses and shows students where the study and treatment of psychological disorders stand today.
The book can be purchased with the breakthrough online resource, LaunchPad, which offers innovative media content, curated and organised for easy assignability. LaunchPad's intuitive interface presents quizzing, flashcards, animations and much more to make learning actively engaging.
Eye-catching infographics that provide visual representations of data to help students recognize trends and patterns and make connections between related topics
PsychWatch boxes that explore the effect of culture on mental disorder and treatment
Trending boxes focusing on hot topics that are trending or current in abnormal psychology
MindTech sections that look at the impact of technology on both the diagnosis and manifestation of mental illness in today's world
Interactive case studies (In LaunchPad) - students take on the role of clinical psychologist, engaging with online "clients" to identify psychological disorders (based on DSM-5 criteria) and think critically about diagnosis and treatment options
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Enhanced coverage of the biological model throughout the book
Enhanced models sections combining the behavioural and cognitive treatments for psychological disorders into a coherent and nuanced model
Introduction of the developmental psychopathology perspective throughout the book
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Ronald J. Comer
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