Abnormality

by Martin E.P. Seligman, David L. Rosenhan

Designed for those who want to learn about abnormal psychology in a more personal context, Abnormality focuses on the theme "what you can and cannot change" to offer a provocative approach to evaluating therapies, both for yourself and others. Incorporating both scientific research (the relation of genetics to personality, the use of drug therapy) and practical applications (how to choose a therapist, how to overcome public-speaking anxiety)... Abnormality offers a balanced and entertaining introduction to the field.

473 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1997

About the author

Seligman is the Zellerbach Family Professor of Psychology in the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Psychology. He was previously the Director of the Clinical Training Program in the department. Seligman was elected President of the American Psychological Association by the widest margin in its history and served in that capacity during the 1998 term.[4] He is the founding editor-in-chief of Prevention and Treatment Magazine (the APA electronic journal), and is on the board of advisers of Parents.

Seligman has written about positive psychology topics such as The Optimistic Child, Child's Play, Learned Optimism, Authentic Happiness," and in 2011, "Flourish."