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Psychopathology, 2nd Edition
Kring, Johnson, Fassnacht, Matthewson, Johnson, Kate, Morton, Mewton, Teesson, Pasalich, Young
Interactive E-Text: 9781394196739, Print & Interactive E-Text Code: 978139419672
The second Australasian edition of Psychopathology (formerly titled Abnormal Psychology) presents students with an extensive examination of contemporary research, theoretical frameworks, and therapeutic interventions within the field of psychopathology. The text integrates the DSM-5-TR framework, ensuring students are equipped with the most up-to-date diagnostic criteria and terminology.
Delivered as a full colour printed textbook with an interactive eBook code, this edition gives students the tools and knowledge they need to master key concepts and succeed in assessments.
Table of Contents
1.1 The basic features of psychological disorder
1.2 Stigma associated with psychological disorders and its historical context
1.3 Early psychological disorders and it’s historical context
1.4 The genetic paradigm
1.5 The neuroscience paradigm
1.6 The cognitive-behavioural paradigm
1.7 Factors that cut across the paradigms
1.8 Integration across multiple levels of analysis: the diathesis- stress integrative paradigm
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2.1 Cornerstones of diagnosis and assessment
2.2 The diagnostic system of the American Psychiatric Association DSM-5-TR
2.3 Psychological assessment
2.4 Neurobiological assessment
2.5 Cultural and ethnic diversity and assessment
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3.1 Clinical descriptions and epidemiology of mood disorders
3.2 Aetiology of mood disorders
3.3 Treatment of mood disorders
3.4 Suicide
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4.1 Clinical descriptions of the anxiety disorders
4.2 Comorbidity, gender and culture in anxiety disorders
4.3 Aetiology of anxiety disorders
4.4 Treatments of anxiety disorders
4.5 Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders
4.6 Aetiologist of the obsessive compulsive and related disorders
4.7 Treatment of the obsessive compulsive and related disorders
4.8 Post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder
4.9 treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder
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Introduction
5.1 Dissociative disorders
5.2 Somatic symptom and related disorders
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6.1 Clinical descriptions of schizophrenia
6.2 Aetiology of schizophrenia
6.3 The role of neurotransmitters
6.4 Environmental factors influencing the developing brain
6.5 Treatment of schizophrenia
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7.1 Clinical descriptions, prevalence and effects of substance use disorders
7.2 Aetiology of substance use disorders
7.3 Treatment of substance use disorders
7.4 Prevention of substance use disorders
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8.1 Clinical descriptions of eating disorders
8.2 Aetiology of eating disorders
8.3 Treatment of eating disorders
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9.1 Sexual norms and behaviour
9.2 Sexual dysfunctions
9.3 The paraphilic disorders
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10.1 Classification and diagnosis of childhood disorders
10.2 Externalising disorders
10.3 Depression and anxiety in children and adolescents
10.4 Specific learning disorder
10.5 Intellectual disability
10.6 Autism spectrum disorders
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11.1 Ageing: issues and methods
11.2 Psychological disorders in later life
11.3 Neurocognitive disorders in later life
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12.1 The DSM-5-TR approach to classification
12.2 Common risk factors across the personality disorders
12.3 Clinical description and aetiology of the odds/ eccentric cluster
12.4 Clinical description aetiology of the dramatic/ erratic cluster
12.5 Clinical description and aetiology of the anxious/fearful cluster
12.6 Treatment of personality disorders
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13.1 Mental health and the criminal justice system
13.2 Fitness to stand trial
13.3 Civil commitment
13.4 Ethical dilemmas in therapy and research
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Authors
Ann M. Kring (University of California Berkeley)
Sheri L. Johnson (University of California Berkeley)
Daniel Fassnacht (University of the Sunshine Coast)
Mandy Matthewson (University of Tasmania)
Luke R. Johnson (University of Queensland)
Mary-Anne Kate (Southern Cross University)
Emma Morton (Monash University)
Louise Mewton (University of Sydney)
Maree Teesson (University of Sydney)
Dave Pasalich (Australian National University)
Robyn Young (Flinders University)
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Psychopathology, 2nd Australasian Edition is designed for students to explore contemporary issues in psychopathology, with a focus on the practical application of research, theory, and therapeutic approaches.
It covers a broad range of topics—from foundational theories to the latest research—enabling students to develop both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into clinical practice. The text integrates local research, carefully selected articles, and real-life examples to bring key issues to life, helping students connect theory with real-world scenarios. The text builds knowledge by presenting complex concepts in an easy-to-understand format. It includes interactive features that support independent study and provide opportunities to apply theory to practice.
This essential guide helps students develop a well-rounded understanding of psychopathology, preparing them for future clinical work with the confidence and skills needed to succeed.
What’s in Kring Psychopathology 2nd edition?
- Clear, concise content: Designed to help students easily understand and retain information
- Continuous Relevance: features current research in the field of psychopathology, local research and examples, and insights from current practising psychologists and psychology researchers.
- Gender Sensitivity: Language around gender is enhanced to ensure the text is inclusive and reflects evolving perspectives on gender-related issues in psychopathology.
- DSM-5-TR Integration: Content aligns with the DSM-5-TR framework, ensuring students are equipped with the most recent diagnostic criteria and terminology.
- Legal and Ethical Alignment: The revised Chapter 13 ‘Legal and ethical issues’ is meticulously aligned with changes in laws and frameworks, ensuring students are equipped with up-to-date knowledge of ethical and legal considerations in the field of psychopathology.
- Interactive eText: Rich media, activities, and branching animations allow students to engage actively with the material. Multiple-choice questions at the end of each chapter provide instant feedback. Interactive branching animations put students in control of decision making in clinical scenarios, providing feedback on the student’s choices to reinforce learning.
- Real-World Insights: Practitioner and researcher videos, along with clinical case boxes, provide real-world examples and storytelling from current psychologists and researchers.
- Comprehensive Learning Tools: Opening scenario cases, “Focus on Discovery” historical insights, and “Clinical Case” boxes contextualise and enrich learning.
Take a closer look: Interactives and Key Features
Available as a digital eText or full colour printed textbook with an interactive eText code, this title enables every student to master concepts and succeed in assessment. Lecturers are supported with an extensive, easy-to-use teaching and learning package.
The interactive eText includes hours of bespoke videos featuring practicing psychologists and psychology researchers, engaging students with compelling storytelling from the field.
Practitioner videos (eText)
The eText features interactive clinical scenarios where students make decisions that shape outcomes, with detailed feedback provided to support learning and reflection.
Interactive branching animations (eText)
The clinical case boxed features present real-life examples paired with questions to guide students in identifying symptoms, making diagnoses, and developing treatment plans. These cases help students connect theoretical concepts to practical applications.
Featured: Clinical case
Content aligns with the DSM-5-TR framework, ensuring students are equipped with the most recent diagnostic criteria and terminology.
DSM-5-TR integration
"Opening scenario" cases at the start of each chapter set the stage for the content by providing real-world context. These scenarios help students connect the chapter's topics to practical applications, enhancing their understanding and engagement.
Opening scenarios
The "Focus of Discovery" boxed feature provides historical context, giving overviews of important developments in the history of psychopathology as a discipline.
Featured: Focus on discovery
Our digital eText features end-of-chapter multiple-choice quizzes that provide instant feedback, helping to reinforce understanding and support learning.
Concept check questions (eText)
Students can personalise their eText by highlighting and taking notes, as well as other useful features including read aloud.
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