Abnormal Psychology: The Problem of Maladaptive Behaviour (2nd Edition)

Sarason, IG

ISBN 10: 0130011231 / ISBN 13: 9780130011237

Published by Prentice Hall, 1976

About this Item

This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Book contains pencil markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Re-bound by library. Library sticker on front cover. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1300grams, ISBN:0130011231.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Abnormal Psychology: The Problem of Maladaptive Behaviour (2nd Edition)
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Publication Date: 1976
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0130011231
• ISBN 13: 9780130011237
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Poor
• Weight: 1300 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Psychology & Psychiatry

About this title

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.

From the Publisher

In its consistently well-written and absorbing style, this bestselling text provides students with a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the field of abnormal psychology. In the Eighth edition, Sarason and Sarason systematically employ an interactional framework that incorporates personal variables and situational variables to examine how vulnerability and resilience influence the likelihood of mental disorders and recovery from them. The text explains and contrasts a variety of theoretical perspectives on each type of disorder.