Abnormal Psychology: The Problem of Maladaptive Behavior

Sarason, Barbara R.,Sarason, Irwin G.

ISBN 10: 013007022X / ISBN 13: 9780130070227

Published by Prentice Hall College Div, 1993

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Abnormal Psychology: The Problem of Maladaptive Behavior
• Publisher: Prentice Hall College Div
• Publication Date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 013007022X
• ISBN 13: 9780130070227
• Binding: Textbook Binding
• Condition: Acceptable

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Synopsis

This classic book provides readers with a comprehensive and up-to-date real-world overview of the abnormal psychology field, by building on the strengths of existing theoretical systems and clinical methods. It focuses on maladaptive behavior as a product of the interaction between personal vulnerabilities and resiliencies. Numerous brief cases include first-person accounts that illustrate the experience of mental illness, as well as the nature and challenges of clinical practice and clinically-relevant research. For individuals interested in the fields of abnormal psychology, abnormal behavior, and psychopathology.

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This clear and authoritativesurvey spans the epidemiology of abnormalbehavior, the evaluation of interventions, and theeffects of mental illness on both the individualand the family. It usesvulnerability and stress as pivotal conceptswithin the interactional approach, enabling thereader to easily discern why maladaptive behavioroccurs and understand how it can be treatedeffectively. For professionals inthe field of abnormal psychology andpsychopathology.