Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology [Hardcover]

Theodore Millon (Editor), Paul H. Blaney (Editor), Roger D. Davis (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 15, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0195103076 | ISBN-13: 978-0195103076 | Edition: 1

While most abnormal psychology texts aim solely for magnitude, The Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology aims for both scope and depth. The editors selected the most eminent researchers to write chapters on all the major mental disorders, allowing experts to discuss notable issues in the various pathologies that are their expertise. Its exceptional collection of authors not only reflects the reality of the heterogeneous nature of psychopathology, but it allows the reader to be exposed to a variety of notions about the favored approaches, the most crucial issues, and the most informative forms of discourse. As an intense professional book, it is appropriate for all mental health workers, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers. Furthermore, as a volume focused on understanding underlying psychopathology with extensive coverage of personality disorders and issues related to classification and differential diagnosis, it is a valuable tool for professionals in disorder diagnosis and graduate students of psychopathology.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Since the adoption of the DSM-IV, there has been a void in graduate-level textbooks on psychopathology, that is, until now. This text lives up to its responsibility to provide students with updated and in-depth information that takes them well beyond every undergraduate psychopathology text. It is balanced in every dimension that I had hoped, truly a scholarly achievement."--Dwain Pellebon, University of Oklahoma

"This is a textbook about the psychopathology of major mental health disorders, including Axis 1 and personality disorders. This book will enhance understanding of theory and research of the psychopathology behind major mental health disorders and their treatment options. It is intended for mainly mental health workers including psychiatrists, psychiatry residents, clinical psychologists, social workers, and psychiatry nurses. The focus is on the psychopathology of various diseases. More than 10 different Axis I disorders are covered in a detailed manner. What sets this book apart from others is the extensive coverage of personality disorders, and discussion of their psychopathology and treatment options. The editors are experts in their areas. Tables and illustrations enhance understanding of the material. Approaching each diagnosis from various perspectives without taking sides, the editors broaden the view of the audience." - Ozlem Uyar, Doody's Electronic Journal

About the Author

Dr. Theodore Millon is Dean and Scientific Director for Advanced Studies in Personology and Psychotherapy and is an international authority on personality disorders. Dr. Paul H. Blaney is Professor in the Department of Psychology, University of Miami.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 732 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (September 15, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195103076
• ISBN-13: 978-0195103076
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 7.4 x 2.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #109,934 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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36 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gold Standard, July 15, 2000

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Lyle B. Forehand (rural California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology (Hardcover)

It's a shame this book is a special order. Everyone I have shown the book to, has gone gah-gah (this is a word?) The scholastic and academic quality are consistent with the best of the Oxford Press. The clarity and parsimony of the explication is beautiful. The data are current and insightful. Anyone in clinical practice would benefit from this book. The diagnoses used are those from DSM-IV, but the insight into patient behavior may be timeless. Although as an edited book it is subject to inter-author variability, I found none; rather a consistent voice of compassion for patients, tempered by a scientific mind.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Like the book, July 6, 2010

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Chastity Williams - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology (Oxford Series in Clinical Psychology) (Hardcover)

The book starts off dry and dense but very helpful over all in my class. It damages very easy with the slighest little drop but the book contains lots of information that you would have to search multiple sources to find. It is also organized very well and after the first few chapters reading it is a breeze. Pricy but required wrth the investment

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Textbook You Don't Want to Return, December 14, 2008

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Ren Borrelli (State College, PA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology (Hardcover)

I must say that the Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology is a great reference. As a student, I have written numerous papers with the help of this textbook.