Containing 20 case studies of the most typical disorders, this supplement for an Abnormal Psychology course can also be used as a primary text. Each case study thoroughly covers the etiology, treatment method and outcome of each ``patient''. Current symptoms, developmental patterns, comprehensive and detailed information are included along with concise discussions on the latest research. New information on the frequency and distribution of each disorder has been added. Revised discussions at the end of each case study have also been introduced to reflect changes in the research literature.

Product Description: This casebook offers fifteen lively cases that illustrate a wide range of specific DSM-IV diagnoses covered in the abnormal psychology course. These cases integrate issues of racial and gender diversity and provide insight into the lives of people suffering from a variety of psychological disorders, highlighting how psychological distress is experienced and treated in real life...read more