Abnormal Psychology in a Changing World - Tapa dura

Nevid, Jeffrey S.; Rathus, Spencer A.; Greene, Beverly S.

 
9780135335970: Abnormal Psychology in a Changing World

Sinopsis

A research-based, comprehensive guide to abnormal psychology, this book contains case-examples and reader-oriented applications. It provides an integration of socio-cultural material throughout, focusing on cultural diversity, gender and lifestyle. It includes a new chapter on violence and abuse, new research, and coverage of major theoretical viewpoints spanning biological, psychological and sociocultural perspectives. The text covers interpersonal violence, aggression, spouse abuse, child abuse, rape, child sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Multicultural material is highlighted in boxed features ("Focus on Diversity"), and integrated within the text in sections on sociological perspectives. The book incorporates recent research and treatment of sleeping disorders, including dyssomnias and parasomnias. Pedagogical aids and examples are presented to aid understanding.

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A research-based, comprehensive guide to abnormal psychology, this book contains case-examples and reader-oriented applications. It provides an integration of socio-cultural material throughout, focusing on cultural diversity, gender and lifestyle. It includes a new chapter on violence and abuse, new research, and coverage of major theoretical viewpoints spanning biological, psychological and sociocultural perspectives. The text covers interpersonal violence, aggression, spouse abuse, child abuse, rape, child sexual abuse and sexual harassment. Multicultural material is highlighted in boxed features ("Focus on Diversity"), and integrated within the text in sections on sociological perspectives. The book incorporates recent research and treatment of sleeping disorders, including dyssomnias and parasomnias. Pedagogical aids and examples are presented to aid understanding.

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