Bundle: Understanding Abnormal Behavior, Loose-leaf Version, 11th + LMS Integrated for MindTap Psychology, 1 term (6 months) Printed Access Card

Sue, David; Sue, Derald Wing; Sue, Stanley; Sue, Diane M.

ISBN 10: 1305702417 ISBN 13: 9781305702417

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2015

Synopsis

UNDERSTANDING ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR, 11th Edition offers balanced and clear coverage of psychopathology theories, research, and clinical implications. Fully updated to reflect DSM-5 and the newest scientific, psychological, multicultural and psychiatric research, the book introduces and integrates the Multipath Model of Mental Disorders to explain how four essential factors-biological, psychological, social, and sociocultural-interact to cause mental disorders. A focus on resilience highlights prevention and recovery from the symptoms of various disorders. This edition also continues its emphasis on the multicultural, sociocultural and diversity aspects of abnormal psychology. The authors present material in a lively and engaging manner, connecting topics to real-world case studies, current events, and issues of particular importance and relevance in today's world. Special features and the fresh design make the book even more approachable and appealing to all readers.

About this title

About the Author:

David Sue is professor emeritus of psychology at Western Washington University, where he is an associate of the Center for Cross-Cultural Research. He has served as the director of the Psychology Counseling Clinic and the Mental Health Counseling Program. He and his wife co-authored the book COUNSELING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY IN A DIVERSE SOCIETY and he is co-author of COUNSELING THE CULTURALLY DIVERSE: THEORY AND PRACTICE. He received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Washington State University. His research interests revolve around multicultural issues in individual and group counseling.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1305702417
• ISBN 13: 9781305702417
• Binding: Product Bundle
• Number of pages: 567