Approaches to Research [Paperback]

Robin Higgins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1996 | ISBN-10: 1853023078 | ISBN-13: 978-1853023071 | Edition: 1

There is increasing interest in research in the fields of psychotherapy and the arts therapies. This book defines the nature and objectives of research and examines the tasks of the researcher. It explores the relationship between research and the researcher, and examines the preconceptions a researcher may have before undertaking a new project. The author looks at such issues as what is the "right" question to ask and presents various research methods, demonstrating how different methods are suited to different fields of interest. The book combines practical advice for researchers - such as asking the permission of human subjects before publishing one's findings - with a thorough examination of the principles and theory of research. It should serve as a useful companion text to "Approaches to Case Study" (1993), and is aimed at professionals, writers, students in the therapeutic field (psychotherapy and the arts therapies), as well as those engaged in research in many other areas.

Product Details

• Paperback: 132 pages
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley; 1 edition (January 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1853023078
• ISBN-13: 978-1853023071
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,444,225 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars A Horrible Book, September 22, 2002

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Todd Kincannon (Simpsonville, SC United States) - See all my reviews
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This is a terrible book. The prose is nothing short of atrocious, and the suggestions really don't make a lot of sense. If you don't believe me, read the sample pages. Anyone that could get through an entire book of that garbage just enjoys torture. Get a different dissertation book; there are other quality ones out there.