Abnormal Psychology

In 
Abnormal Psychology: Perspectives on Human Behavior and Experience Second Edition, William J. Ray brings together current perspectives concerning the manner in which the human mind, behavior, and experience can be understood. In addition to the traditional psychological literature, this book draws from work in the cognitive and affective neurosciences, epidemiology, ethology, and genetics. Ray's focus is on a unification and integration of the biopsychosocial understandings of human behavior within a broader consideration of human culture and language as it applies to abnormal psychology.

In Abnormal Psychology: Perspectives on Human Behavior and Experience Second Edition, William J. Ray brings together current perspectives concerning the manner in which the human mind, behavior, and experience can be understood. In addition to the traditional psychological literature, this book draws from work in the cognitive and affective neurosciences, epidemiology, ethology, and genetics. Ray's focus is on a unification and integration of the biopsychosocial understandings of human behavior within a broader consideration of human culture and language as it applies to abnormal psychology.

Preface
About the Author
Chapter 1 • An Overview of Psychopathology and Changing Conceptualizations of Mental Illness
Understanding Psychopathology: Definitions and Key Considerations
The Three Major Themes of This Book
The Relation of Evolution and Culture to Psychopathology
Historical Considerations in Understanding Psychopathology
Discovering the Function of the Brain in Behavior and Psychopathology
Care for Those With Mental Disorders
Biological Approaches to Treating Mental Illness
Psychological Treatment Perspectives in the Twentieth Century
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 2 • Neuroscience Approaches to Understanding Psychopathology
The Growing Importance of Neuroscience, Genetics, and an Evolutionary Perspective
Brain Anatomy, Neurons, and Neurotransmitters
How Do We Observe the Brain at Work?
Neuroethics
Networks of the Brain
Genetics and Psychopathology
Evolution and Psychopathology
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 3 • Research Methods
What Is Science?
Nonexperimental Methods of Psychological Research
The Experimental Method: Making It Happen
Designing an Experimental Study
Other Types of Experimental Designs and Research Considerations
Ethics and the Scientific Experiment
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 4 • Assessment and Classification of Psychological Disorders
Initial Assessment and the Mental Status Exam
Structured Interviews and Assessment Considerations
Models of Assessment
Diagnostic Considerations in Psychopathology
Classification Systems for Mental Disorders
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 5 • Disorders of Childhood
Important Aspects of Normal Child Development
Attachment Disorders, Conduct Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Learning Disorders
Intellectual Developmental Disorder
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 6 • Mood Disorders and Suicide
Introducing Mood Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Suicide
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 7 • Stress, Trauma, and Psychopathology
Psychological Stress and Psychopathology
The Physiological Mechanisms Related to Stress and Trauma
The Study of Stress
Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders in DSM–5
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 8 • Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Overview of Anxiety Disorders
Major Types of Anxiety Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 9 • Dissociative Disorders and Somatic Symptom Disorders
Dissociative Disorders
Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 10 • Eating Disorders
Overview: Feeding Disorders, Obesity, and Eating Disorders
Feeding Disorders
The Problem of Obesity
The Major Eating Disorders
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 11 • Sexuality Disorders and Gender Dysphoria
Sexuality in Context
Sexual Desire, Arousal, and Response
Sexual Dysfunction Disorders
Paraphilic Disorders
Gender Dysphoria
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 12 • Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Drug Use in the United States
Substance Abuse, Dependence, and Addiction
Alcohol
Marijuana, Hallucinogens, and Opioids
Stimulants: Cocaine, Amphetamines, Caffeine, and Nicotine
Gambling
Treatment of Substance-Related Disorders
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 13 • Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Basics: Prevalence, Course, and Symptoms
Historical and Evolutionary Perspectives on Schizophrenia
Factors in the Development of Schizophrenia
Causes and Effects: Neuroscience Findings About Schizophrenia
Treating Individuals With Schizophrenia
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 14 • Personality Disorders
Personality Disorders and Personality
Odd, Eccentric Personality Disorders
Dramatic Emotional Personality Disorders
Anxious Fearful Personality Disorders
Treatment of Personality Disorders
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 15 • Neurocognitive Disorders
Normal Cognitive Changes Related to Aging
Delirium
Mild and Major Neurocognitive Disorders
Prevention, Treatment, and Support
Summary
Study Resources
Chapter 16 • The Law and Mental Health
The American Legal System and the Insanity Defense
Competency to Stand Trial
Ethical and Legal Issues in Treatment
Sexual Predator Laws
Neuroscience and Evolutionary Perspectives on the Legal Aspects of Psychopathology
Summary
Study Resources
Glossary
References
Author Index
Subject Index