For courses in Abnormal PsychologyA comprehensive overview of abnormal psychology, with DSM-5 coverage throughoutAbnormal Psychology provides a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the primary psychological disorders studied within the discipline. Maintaining a focus on the individuals at the heart of the study of abnormal psychology, the authors employ a biopsychosocial approach that helps students achieve an understanding of the holistic context in which abnormalities of behavior occur. In addition to the contributions of new co-author Matthew Nock, the Seventeenth Edition has been extensively updated to reflect DSM-5 diagnostic categories, classifications, and criteria.

This title is a Pearson Global Edition. The Editorial team at Pearson has worked closely with educators around the world to include content which is especially relevant to students outside the United States.

An engaging approach and captivating features encourage students to think critically about the discipline

• NEW! Co-author Matthew Nock brings a new perspective to the Seventeenth Edition of this authoritative and established text. A recent MacArthur Award (aka, “Genius Grant”) recipient, Professor Nock provides fresh approaches to the discipline.
• Engaging boxed features highlight topics of particular interest, focusing on applications of research to everyday life, current events, and the latest research methodologies, technologies, and findings.
  • Developments in Research features discuss topics like nocturnal panic attacks and new approaches to the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
  • Developments in Thinking features focus on concepts such as melancholia through the ages and the humanistic and existential perspectives.
  • Developments in Practice features offer coverage of the use of the computer in psychological testing and new options for adults with anorexia nervosa.
  • The World Around Us features highlight issues such as binge drinking in college ...