The Clinical Psychology Handbook [antikvár]

PREFACE T T o state that the field of clinical psychology has expanded greatly in the last two decades is probably something of an understatement. Indeed, one should say that the area has exploded geometrically. Surprising as it may seem, though, no attempt has been made to compact this accumulation of data in one sourcebook since Benjamin B. Wolman's massive tome was published in 1965. Those of us who were in graduate school in those days appreciated that effort, since even at that time the data base for our field was massive. But today a computer search would be required to help us keep abreast of the exciting developments that have taken place. When we first undertook the task of outlining the contents for The Clinical Psychology Handbook in 1981, we were struck most by how the number of activities clinical psychologists now pursue has increased since the 1960s. This, of course, is something that we have attempted to underscore in our endeavor. Consider the following areas of interest today that were only nascent in the 1960s: mental health policy; community psychology; single-case experimental research; behavioral assessment; a multitude of behavior therapy strategies; behavioral medicine; concern with pharmacological treatments; psychopathology in minorities; primary prevention; and experimental designs calling for multivariate statistics. In considering marked changes in these two decades, we present the reader with a review of contemporary theory, research, and practice. But we also have done our best to preserve the important and classic contributions of the past. It is safe to say that each of our authors was fully aware of the rich legacy left us by our eminent predecessors in clinical psychology. And, the historic basis for present-day thinking has been fully acknowledged. Our handbook is divided into six major sections. The first, "General Issues," deals with history, theoretical foundations, clinical training, roles, and mental health policy. The second is concerned with the spectrum of "Personality Theories and Models." The third part involves an examination of "Research Issues and Problems" facing the field. This is followed by chapters on "Assessment and Diagnosis" that cover diagnosis, interviewing, personality assessment, intellectual evaluation, neuropsychological evaluation, behavioral assessment, psychophysiological assessment, and medical assessment. The next section, "Treatment," encompasses the major approaches that are carried out today. Finally, the section on "Community Approaches" addresses issues ranging