Abnormal Psychology: The Problem of Maladaptive Behavior (11th Edition)

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.