Research Design in Counseling (Hardcover)

~ P. Paul Heppner (Author), Bruce E. Wampold (Author), Jr., Dennis M. Kivlighan (Author)

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"RESEARCH DESIGN IN COUNSELING represents the best text available for research training in the counseling and mental health professions. This Third Edition capitalizes on the strengths of the previous edition while broadening its focus with new chapters on multicultural research and scale development. The co-authors of the text are world-renowned scholars who practice what they preach; they are exemplary research role models for both students and seasoned scholars. Writing within the text is lucid, clear, interesting, and accessible to varied audiences. Coverage of critical design and ethical issues within the text is both expansive and in-depth. There is little doubt that this Third Edition of a classic text will be widely adopted and often cited."

"RESEARCH DESIGN IN COUNSELING is a unique text in that it provides discussion of experimental design specific to the counseling profession. It is extremely thorough in its presentation of experimental design and research methodology."

". . . invites readers to lay aside personal fears and self-doubt and experience the joys of research."

Product Description

Quell any fears you may have about science and research design with this clear introduction to the basics! With enlightening examples and illustrations drawn from the counseling literature, RESEARCH DESIGN IN COUNSELING fully addresses the most common issues that counseling researchers encounter. The authors' accessible approach provides you with an understanding of the various types of research, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Filled with helpful examples that draw from a broad variety of research designs, this book provides the fundamentals of conducting research while providing clear instruction on writing and publishing the research report.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 672 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 3 edition (February 13, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 053452348X
• ISBN-13: 978-0534523480
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #237,045 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Does What It Says, March 10, 2007

By	Mark Henri (Spokane, WA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is intended for graduate level readers, specifically, counselors designing and publishing research studies in peer reviewed journals. You should already have had statistics and research methods in your undergraduate program before attempting to read this book. Also, you had better have not only gotten an A in those classes, but also thought that they were interesting and stimulating; otherwise, this book is likely to intimidate and/or lose you quick. This is obviously not the author's aim; however, research isn't for everyone and the information has to be fairly involved in order to give the necessary insights. Nonetheless, it is written in an easy to read style and walks you through the various constructs with plenty of examples and discussion.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A1, February 6, 2009

By	Lisa Mansolillo - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Initially disappointed that there was no expedited shipping and the anticipated arrival date for this book was in 4 weeks, I was pleasantly surprised to receive it in only 2 weeks. The book arrived in perfect, brand new condition, as promised. I was not able to track the book or contact the seller but will definitely use & recommend this seller.