Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology 9th Edition by Ronald J. Comer & Jonathan S. Comer (2019)

Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology, 9th Edition by Ronald J. Comer and Jonathan S. Comer combines Ron Comer's award-winning teaching expertise with Jonathan Comer's research strengths in developmental psychopathology, brain circuitry, cognitive-behavioral research, and technology-driven treatment. Published by Worth Publishers, this is the market-leading fundamentals-level abnormal psychology textbook.

With its signature integrated coverage of theory, diagnosis, and treatment alongside an inclusive cross-cultural perspective, the ninth edition shows students where the study and treatment of psychological disorders stand today. The new edition integrates the developmental psychopathology perspective to connect explanations and treatments offered by various models, and updates coverage of biological models to include new research on brain circuitry and neural mechanisms underlying psychological disorders.

Core topics include research methods, models of abnormal psychology, anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, substance use disorders, personality disorders, neurodevelopmental disorders, and treatment approaches. All disorders are classified according to DSM-5 criteria.

Essential for undergraduate students in abnormal psychology, clinical psychology, and mental health counseling programs, and relevant for anyone preparing for graduate study in psychology or careers in mental health and social work.

ISBN-13: 978-1319126698