An Outline of Abnormal Psychology

by Murphy Gardner

""An Outline of Abnormal Psychology"" is a comprehensive textbook written by Gardner and Murphy that offers a detailed overview of the field of abnormal psychology. The book covers a wide range of mental disorders, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and schizophrenia, among others. It provides an in-depth analysis of the causes, symptoms, and treatments of each disorder, as well as the social and cultural factors that contribute to their development.The book is organized into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of abnormal psychology. The first section provides an introduction to the field, including its history and theoretical foundations. The subsequent sections delve into specific disorders, with each chapter providing a detailed examination of a particular disorder.Throughout the book, the authors draw on the latest research and clinical findings to present a comprehensive and up-to-date view of abnormal psychology. They also provide numerous case studies and examples to illustrate the various concepts and theories discussed in the text.Overall, ""An Outline of Abnormal Psychology"" is an essential resource for students and professionals in the field of psychology, as well as anyone interested in understanding the complexities of mental health and illness.Contains Selections By A. F. Tredgold, H. H. Goddard, L. S. Hollingsworth, Bernard Hart, Earl D. Bond, Pierre Janet, Morton Prince, Anita Muhl, Sybil Foster And Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Genres: Psychology

370 pages, Hardcover

First published July 28, 2009