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An Introduction to Abnormal Psychology offers a European perspective and a unique, comprehensive introduction to the field of abnormal psychology. The book takes an international perspective and considers the impact of cross-cultural issues, beliefs and opinions. The book explores the nature of psychopathology and its causes, and addresses the psychological studies that have shaped psychopathology. The book integrates clinical and forensic psychology and the use of case studies throughout the book offer a unique and intimate portrait of each disorder, bringing the concepts to life through personal experience. Topics and debates covered in the text range from nature vs. nurture and the mad bad debate, to obesity and food addiction. The book is supported by a companion website: www.pearsoned.co.uk/davidholmes The website includes: Fascinating video interviews with real disorder sufferers and day in the life documentaries charting their experiences; plus multiple choice tests for each chapter. An Introduction to Abnormal Psychology is recommended reading for all undergraduate Psychology students that cover abnormal psychology as part of their course, i.e. clinical, forensic, health, mental health, psychiatry, and psychopathology related modules.Product Identifiers
PublisherPearson Education (Us)
ISBN-139780131975361
eBay Product ID (ePID)93232611
Product Key Features
Number of Pages744 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameAbnormal, Clinical and Forensic Psychology
Publication Year2010
TypeTextbook
AuthorDavid Holmes
Subject AreaClinical Psychology
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height266 mm
Item Weight1328 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorDavid Holmes