Ebook: An introduction to clinical psychology

A series of 22 papers, representing the viewpoints of 23 contributing authorities, has been edited with the aim of presenting an introductory, eclectic description of the problems encountered by qualified clinicians in their daily tasks. The work is divided into the following major parts: definition of the clinical branch of psychology and the type of training necessary; clinical behavior problems; clinical methods; descriptions of selected psychotherapeutic procedures; professional relationships. Summaries and references follow most chapters. Foreword by George D. Stoddard. Author, case, and subject indices. 42 illustrations and 14 tables. The individual chapters are abstracted in this issue. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2004 APA, all rights reserved).  Read more...