Download or read book Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Subtypes and Spectrum Conditions written by Jonathan S Abramowitz and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-04-28 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Researchers and clinicians working with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD) and related disorders who need the most current information available will find this volume of great use. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Subtypes and Spectrum Conditions covers contemporary theory, research, and treatment of the various subtypes of OCD and problems often referred to as OCD spectrum disorders. As the mental health field considers the next iteration of the DSM, an entire research agenda is being planned to elucidate issues such as how best to understand and classify OCD. The questions of subtypes and spectrum disorders are at the heart of this issue and will guide how OCD is conceptualized in DSM-V. This volume, dedicated to such diagnostic, theoretical, and treatment issues, helps informs the field of the most up-to-date knowledge and what remains to be resolved. - Deconstructs OCD into its subtypes - Reviews current research and treatment for these problems - Considers how OCD will be conceptualized in DSM-V - Represents an international scope with contributions from field experts in psychology, psychiatry, and social work - Includes critical discussion of the OCD subtype and OCD spectrum concepts

Download or read book Cognitive Approaches to Obsessions and Compulsions written by Randy O. Frost and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2002-05-31 with total page 531 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cognitive Approaches to Obsessions and Compulsions

Download or read book Obsessive compulsive Disorder Spectrum written by Jose A. Yaryura-Tobias and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 1997 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the more complex and difficult mental disorders to diagnose and treat. Treatment of this condition is complicated by the fact that OCD shares symptoms with other major neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia as well as a spectrum of related disorders such as hypochondriasis, eating disorders, and Tourette's syndrome. Based on extensive clinical experience with more than 2,000 patients and exhaustive literature reviews, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Spectrumpresents a comprehensive examination of OCD, its related disorders, and their treatment regimens. In this book, Drs. Yaryura-Tobias and Neziroglu propose a unique theory for OCD that defines the condition as a complex phenomenon of unknown duration with a variable symptomatology that affects the individual's cognitive, behavioral, biological, and social well-being. They argue that OCD is not a single clinical entity but part of a continuum of related disorders previously considered to be separate. As a result, the authors advocate an integrated approach to treatment including family intervention, cognitive-behavior therapy, and pharmacotherapy.

Download or read book Memory for Actions written by Johannes Engelkamp and published by . This book was released on 1998-01 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Psychological experiments demonstrate that we remember self-performed actions better and more easily than actions performed by others, which we only perceived, or actions which were only reported to us. In everyday life, we remember whether or not we have already performed certain actions. The aim of this book is to explain why we remember our own actions so well. In doing so, it offers a comprehensive survey of research and theory in this field of memory psychology. The author describes the development of this research in the light of recent theory.

Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Obsessive Compulsive and Spectrum Disorders written by Gail Steketee and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012 with total page 565 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A review of current literature on obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and its associated spectrum conditions, including body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), hoarding, trichotillomania, tic disorders, and Tourette's Syndrome.

Download or read book Obsessive Compulsive Disorder written by Richard P. Swinson and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2001-10-31 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing upon extensive interviews and assessments of school-age childr en who have lost a parent to death, this book offers a richly textured portrait of the mourning process in children. The volume presents maj or findings from the Harvard Child Bereavement Study and places them i n the context of previous research, shedding new light on both the wid e range of normal variation in childrens experiences of grief and the factors that put bereaved children at risk. The book also compares pa rentally bereaved children with those who have suffered loss of a sibl ing to death, or of a parent through divorce, exploring similarities a nd differences in these experiences of loss. A concluding section expl ores the clinical implications of the findings and includes a review o f intervention models and activities, as well as a screening instrumen t designed to help identify high-risk bereaved children.

Download or read book Handbook of Child and Adolescent Obsessive Compulsive Disorder written by Eric A. Storch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2007-01-29 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Previously considered a rare condition among children and adolescents, recent research on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has indicated an increased prevalence among this age group, insofar as it is now considered one of the most common of all psychiatric illnesses affecting youth. Handbook of Child and Adolescent Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is the definitive book on OCD in children and adolescents. It provides a comprehensive review of the existing literature on pediatric OCD, and is a welcome contribution to the extant literature, which otherwise lacks a text detailing the state of knowledge in this area. Emphasizing developments made in recent years, this new volume serves to disseminate information regarding effective treatments, etiology, and accurate assessment, and guides practitioners to formulate new questions that will further elucidate this condition. Distinct in its thorough coverage of various issues in pediatric OCD, Handbook of Child and Adolescent Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder features: *detailed biological and genetic chapters, including chapters on PANDAS, psychopharmacology, and neurobiology; *discussions of assessment and pharmacological and psychological treatment; *research relevant to the settings of the family, school, and primary care; and *dialogue on OCD spectrum disorders and co-morbidities. This significant work is intended for clinical psychologists and psychiatrists, school psychologists, graduate students, and all other mental health professionals. Primary care physicians will also consider this text useful, as will school counselors.

Download or read book The Disorders written by Howard S. Friedman and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2001-08-06 with total page 466 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Disorders is a derivative volume of articles pulled from the award-winning Encyclopedia of Mental Health, providing A-to-Z coverage of the many disorders afflicting mental health patients, including alcohol problems, Alzheimer's disease, depression, epilepsy, gambling, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, and suicide. According to 1990 estimates, mental disorders represent five of the ten leading causes of disability. Among "developed" nations, including the United States, major depression is the leading cause of disability. Also near the top of these rankings are bipolar depression, alcohol dependence, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. In addition, mental disorders are tragic contributors to mortality, with suicide perennially representing one of the leading preventable causes of death worldwide. The Disorders presents a comprehensive overview of the disorders afflicting mental health patients. It describes the impact of mental health on the individual and society and illustrates the factors that aid positive mental health. Thirty-five peer-reviewed articles written by more than 50 expert authors include essential material on specific disorders affecting modern society. Professionals and libraries will find this timely work indispensable.

Download or read book Understanding and Treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder written by Jonathan S. Abramowitz and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-04-21 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Among the most prevalent and personally devastating psychological disorders the development of a cognitive approach to obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) has transformed our understanding and treatment of it. In this highly practical and accessible book, Jonathan Abramowitz presents a model of OCD grounded in the most up-to-date research that incorporates both cognitive and behavioral processes. He then offers a step-by-step guide to psychological treatment that integrates psychoeducation, cognitive techniques, and behavioral therapy (exposure and response prevention). Unlike other manuals for the treatment of OCD, this book teaches the reader how to tailor the choice of techniques and delivery modes for individuals presenting with a wide range of specific OCD symptoms, such as contamination fears and cleaning rituals, fears of harm and compulsive checking, symmetry and ordering, and severe obsessions with mental rituals. The techniques are illustrated with numerous case examples; clinical forms and handouts are provided for use with patients. A final chapter suggests strategies for overcoming common obstacles in treatment.

Download or read book Focus on Cognitive Disorder Research written by William P. Briscoe and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2007 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cognitive disorders are defined as those in which a limitation of cognitive functioning is the main feature. They include: amnestic disorders, Huntington's disease, and mental retardation, dementia, delirium, aphasia, and cognitive disorders not otherwise specified. This book brings together leading researchers from throughout the world.

Download or read book Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology written by Theodore Millon and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1999 with total page 756 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While most abnormal psychology texts aim solely for magnitude, The Oxford Textbook of Psychopathology aims for scope and depth. 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 a volume focused on understanding underlying psychopathology with extensive coverage of personality diagnosis, it is a valuable tool for mental health workers, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and graduate students.

Download or read book Assessment of Neuropsychological Functions in Psychiatric Disorders written by Avraham Calev and published by American Psychiatric Pub. This book was released on 1999 with total page 526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assessment of Neuropsychological Functions in Psychiatric Disorders covers findings on all major psychiatric disorders. This book looks at neuropsychological assessment, phenomenology, and rehabilitation of psychiatric patients.

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Download or read book Readings in Abnormal Psychology written by Jill M. Hooley and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1991-01-16 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of forty-three primary sources, ranging from contributions to scholarly journals to newspaper articles and first person accounts. An indispensable supplement to any course in abnormal or clinical psychology. Articles represent current research findings in psychopathology and indicate the direction of new research. The editors provide introductory material for each article.

Download or read book Cognitive Therapy Across the Lifespan written by Mark A. Reinecke and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2003-09-25 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This balanced, evidence-based overview examines the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy in clinical practice.

Download or read book Emotional Disorders and Metacognition written by Adrian Wells and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2002-09-27 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The clinical experience of cognitive therapies is adding to the understanding of emotional disorders. Based on clinical experience and evidence, this groundbreaking book represents a development of cognitive therapy through the concept of metacognition. It provides guidelines for innovative treatments of emotional disorders and goes on to offer conceptual arguments for the future development of cognitive therapy. Offers a new concept in cognitive therapy and guidelines for innovative treatment. Clinically grounded, based on a thorough understanding of cognitive therapies in practice. Written by a recognized authority and established author.

Download or read book Attention and Emotion written by Adrian Wells and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2016-01-28 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text critically reviews the literature on attention and emotion, and offers an integrative cognitive attentional model of the development and maintenance of emotional disorders. It highlights the similarities and differences between disorders and offers specific new treatment implications. The book contains numerous summary sections so that readers less familiar with the cognitive literature can follow the main issues without being overwhelmed. The central aims of this work are: to review critically models of attention and their application to attentional processes in emotional disorders; To develop an integrative theoretical framework and model for conceptualizing attentional processes associated with the aetiology and maintenance of emotional stress reactions; and to discuss the implications for clinical practice of attentional theories of emotional dysfunction.