Essentials of Abnormal Psychology, 1st edition

Abstract

Abnormal Psychology is an Open Education Resource written by Alexis Bridley, Ph.D. and Lee W. Daffin Jr., Ph.D. and edited by Carrie Cuttler, Ph.D. through Washington State University. The book tackles the difficult topic of psychological disorders in 8 chapters. This journey starts by discussing what abnormal behavior is and how psychological disorders are defined. Models of abnormal psychology and clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment are then discussed. With these three modules completed, the authors next explore some of the most common psychological disorders including anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, mood disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders and personality disorders. Each disorder is covered by discussing its clinical presentation, epidemiology, comorbidity, etiology, and treatment options.