"This book introduces students and practitioners to psychological knowledge and understanding, and helps them to apply sound psychological principles in clinical contexts. The text has been comprehensively updated to include new theoretical concepts and contemporary research. It…
This title has been updated to include new theoretical concepts and contemporary research. It provides clear, concise descriptions of psychological theories, research-based evidence and practical examples of applications across the lifespan in different health and social care se…
Written for undergraduates, this text presents the main theories, methods and applications relevant to the study of health and illness from a psychological perspective. The author argues that modern health psychology needs to be rethought.
Contains a coverage of the aetiology of conditions; assessment of DSM-IV diagnostic criteria; analysis of cross-cultural issues; and case studies. This book introduces and evaluates the conceptual models of mental health problems and their treatment. It contains analysis of diso…
Contains a coverage of the aetiology of conditions; assessment of DSM-IV diagnostic criteria; analysis of cross-cultural issues; and case studies. This book introduces and evaluates the conceptual models of mental health problems and their treatment. It contains analysis of diso…
This book examines some of the complexities and debates about language, literacy and learning, challenging current assumptions about shared understanding of pedagogical principles. It foregrounds social and cultural issues and the nature of interaction between children and teach…