Comprehensive Handbook of Psychopathology

This reference for clinicians and graduate students in the fields of mental health and behavioral medicine aims to provide a comprehensive review of current clinical descriptions, research, and theories of psychopathology. Contributions from Sutker (neuropsychiatry and anesthesiology, Texas Tech U.), Adams (psychology, U. of Georgia), and other clinicians and researchers are organized into sections on theoretical and methodological issues, neurotic and psychotic disorders, personality disorders, disorders associated with social and situational problems, disorders linked to physical trauma and medical illness, and disorders arising in specific life stages. The third edition reflects the most recent changes to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders , 4th ed. (DSM-IV) and includes two new chapters on schizophrenia. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)