Download or read book Essential Abnormal and Clinical Psychology written by Matt Field and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2015-09-14 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This essential introduction to abnormal and clinical psychology explores the key areas, controversies and debates in the field and encourages students to think critically. Key features of this textbook include: The latest updates from DSM-5 and ICD-10 and a balanced critique of the diagnostic approach, keeping students at the forefront of the developments and debates in the field "Essential Debate" and "Essential Experience" boxes that encourage critical thinking and provide case study examples to help students critique the findings and apply them in practice Concise chapters providing students with the essentials they need to get a good grade in their module in Abnormal and Clinical Psychology Additional student resources available on the companion website. Suitable for all students taking Abnormal and Clinical Psychology modules.