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HANDBOOK OF RESEARCH METHODS IN CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
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| By: |
Michael Roberts (Editor), Stephen S. Ilardi (Editor) |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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£59.95 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1405132795 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781405132794 |
| Publisher: |
JOHN WILEY AND SONS LTD |
| Pub. date: |
22 April, 2005 |
| Series: |
Blackwell Handbooks of Research Methods in Psychology 18 |
| Pages: |
472 |
| Description: |
Presents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research methodologies used in clinical psychology. This book discusses topics such as experimental and quasi-experimental designs, statistical analysis, validity, ethics, cultural diversity, and the scientific process of publishing. |
| Synopsis: |
"The Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology" presents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research methodologies used in clinical psychology. Topics discussed include experimental and quasi-experimental designs, statistical analysis, validity, ethics, cultural diversity, and the scientific process of publishing. Written by leading researchers, the chapters focus on specific applications of research into psychopathology, assessment and diagnosis, therapy, and interventions for both child and adult populations. Special attention is also given to research into professional issues, prevention, and promotion.Research vignettes describe exemplary projects illustrating the essential elements of the research topics. In addition, the editors outline a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. This handbook coherently illustrates the range of research methodologies used in clinical psychology and is a vital resource for both students and scholars who wish to expand their knowledge. It covers basic methodologies as well as specific applications of research designs.It contains chapters written by active researchers in the field. It outlines a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. It is now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. |
| Illustrations: |
18 illustrations |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Wiley-Blackwell (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons Ltd) |
| Returns: |
Returnable |