Abnormal Psychology: Mental Illness, Types, Causes and Treatment

Abnormal Psychology: Mental Illness, Types, Causes And Treatment is a comprehensive book that delves into the world of mental illness. Written by Walter J. Coville, this book provides a detailed exploration of different types of mental disorders, their causes, and treatments. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific aspect of abnormal psychology.The first section of the book provides an overview of abnormal psychology, including the history of mental illness and the different approaches to understanding and treating it. The second section delves into specific types of mental disorders, including anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, and psychotic disorders. Each disorder is described in detail, with information on its symptoms, causes, and treatments.The third section of the book focuses on the causes of mental illness, including genetic, biological, and environmental factors. The fourth section explores different treatment options for mental illness, including psychotherapy, medication, and alternative therapies. The book also includes a section on legal and ethical issues related to mental illness, such as involuntary commitment and confidentiality.Abnormal Psychology: Mental Illness, Types, Causes And Treatment is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding mental illness. It is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for both students and professionals in the field of psychology. With its comprehensive coverage of different types of mental disorders, their causes, and treatments, this book is an essential reference for anyone working with individuals with mental illness.College Outline Series.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.