Psychopathology: History, Diagnosis, and Empirical Foundations

by W. Edward Craighead (Editor), David J. Miklowitz (Editor), Linda W. Craighead (Editor)

A modern take on adult disorders, incorporating context, research, and more Psychopathology provides unique, state-of-the-art coverage of adult psychopathology as categorical, evidence-based, and continuously evolving. Comprehensive coverage features a detailed examination of DSM disorders, including description, epidemiology, prevalence, consequences, neurobiological and translational research, treatment, and more, with each chapter written by an experts in the field. Mapped to the DSM-5, each chapter includes clinical case examples that illustrate how psychopathology and assessment influence treatment. This new third edition has been updated to align with the latest thinking on alcohol and substance use disorders, sleep-wake disorders, and personality disorders. Students will delve into the DSM system's limitations and strengths, and they will gain deeper insight into the historical context in which today's diagnoses are made.

Advancing research continues to broaden the boundaries of psychopathology beyond traditional lines, revealing its complexity while simultaneously deepening our understanding of these disorders and how to treat them. This book goes beyond DSM descriptions to provide a comprehensive look at the whole disorder, from assessment through treatment and beyond.

Review DSM-5 classifications matched with illustrative case examples Learn the neurobiological and genetic factors related to each disorder Understand related behavioral, social, cognitive, and emotional effects Delve into translational research, assessment methodologies, and treatment Contributions from specialists in each disorder provide exceptional insight into all aspects of theory and clinical care. Psychopathology helps students see the whole disorder—and the whole patient.

Genres: Psychology

675 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Elyse · Rating 3 out of 5]

This textbook does what it's supposed to do - it's a dense summary of some of the most common forms of psychopathology - including diagnostic and assessment information and treatment. There is a focus on the DSM 5 - but some of the best chapters included brief historical information about the concepts as well as ICD-10 diagnostic information. There are different authors for each chapter - so they vary greatly in their quality. The Borderline Personality Disorder chapter stood out as a good one. The Alcohol Use Disorder chapter seemed very limited with not enough focus on the systemic factors influencing substance dependence. As a whole it was a little bit light on discussion of personality disorders. But all-in-all it served its purpose and was direct and to-the-point. I appreciated when case studies were included to illustrate the information.

[Dafni · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book provides a good overview on psychopathology and presents each chapter with a logical sequence covering all bases from diagnosis, assessment, aetiology and treatment. However, it does cite outdated research evidence, which is understandable as it was published nearly a decade ago, and misses important chapters and depth in certain pathologies (i.e. no chapter on personality disorders Cluster A, B or C; just a brief chapter on Borderline Personality Disorder; no chapter on dissociative and somatic-related disorders or suicidality). Maybe it’s time for an updated edition of this book, adding newest evidence both in relation to treatment and aetiology.

[Alex · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book was packed with so much interesting and irrelevant information. The authors explained too many things for too long and would always end their explanations with "but more research is needed," "not much information," or even "results have been mixed.".

That's science for you.

But it was still very interesting and taught me a lot about psychopathology and mental disorders. I would not recommend it, though.

[Lewis White · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant, readable, critical, lots of evidence and further reading. Balanced between acknowledging critique whilst clearly articulating argument. I disagree with thier outcome - endorsement for the DSM. But agree entirely with their process of rigorous examination.

[Olivia Godwin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am not ashamed to say that I loved this textbook.