Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology
Wiley-Blackwell (Verlag)
978-0-631-22673-4 (ISBN)
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.
Covers basic methodologies as well as specific applications of research designs.
Includes research vignettes that describe exemplary studies and illustrate the essential elements of the research topics.
Contains chapters written by active researchers in the field.
Outlines a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field.
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Michael C. Roberts is Director of the Clinical Child Psychology Program at the University of Kansas. He has authored and co-edited 14 books, including the Handbook of Clinical Child Psychology (third edition edited with C. Eugene Walker, 2001), Beyond Appearances: A New Look at Adolescent Girls (edited with Norine G. Johnson and Judith P. Worell, 1999), and Helping Children Cope with Disasters and Terrorism (edited with Annette M. La Greca, Wendy K. Silverman, and Eric M. Vernberg, 2002). Stephen S. Ilardi is Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Kansas. His published research has focused on the assessment and treatment of major depression, with an emphasis on the clinical integration of theory and methods from the domain of cognitive neuroscience. In 2001, he received the Theodore Blau Award for Early Career Contributions to Clinical Psychology from the Society of Clinical Psychology.
List of Contributors x
Part I Clinical Psychology Research 1
1 Research Methodology and Clinical Psychology: An Overview 3
Michael C. Roberts and Stephen S. Ilardi
2 Addressing Validity Concerns in Clinical Psychology Research 13
Michael S. Finger and Kevin L. Rand
3 The Scientific Process and Publishing Research 31
Michael C. Roberts, Keri J. Brown, and Julianne M. Smith-Boydston
4 Ethical Considerations in Clinical Psychology Research 52
William A. Rae and Jeremy R. Sullivan
Part II Research Designs 71
5 Evaluating Treatment Efficacy With Single-Case Designs 73
Cynthia M. Anderson and Christine Kim
6 Design and Analysis of Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Investigations 92
Andrea Follmer Greenhoot
7 The Analysis of Correlational Data 115
Charles M. Judd and Melody S. Sadler
8 Structural Equation Modeling in Clinical Psychology Research 138
Samuel B. Green and Marilyn S. Thompson
9 Qualitative Methods in Psychological Research 176
Gloria L. Krahn and Michelle Putnam
10 Basic Principles of Meta-Analysis 196
Joseph A. Durlak
Part III Topics of Research 211
11 Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology 213
Eric M. Vernberg and Edward J. Dill
Vignette: Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology 232
Anne K. Jacobs
12 Adult Experimental Psychopathology 234
John P. Kline, Steven D. LaRowe, Keith F. Donohue, Jennifer Minnix, and Ginette C. Blackhart
Vignette: Adult Experimental Psychopathology 260
Anne K. Jacobs
13 Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnosis Research 262
Paul J. Frick and Amy H. Cornell
Vignette: Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnostic Research 282
Anne K. Jacobs
14 Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis Research: Current Status and Future Directions 284
Thomas E. Joiner, Jr., and Jeremy W. Pettit
Vignette: Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 305
Anne K. Jacobs
15 Therapy and Interventions Research with Children and Adolescents 307
Ric G. Steele and Michael C. Roberts
Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Children, Youth, and Families 327
Anne K. Jacobs
16 Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults 329
Anne D. Simons and Jennifer E. Wildes
Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults 352
Anne K. Jacobs
17 Research in Prevention and Promotion 354
George C. Tremblay and Barbara Landon
Vignette: Research in Prevention and Promotion 374
Anne K. Jacobs
18 Research in Ethnic Minority Communities: Cultural Diversity Issues in Clinical Psychology 376
Yo Jackson
Vignette: Research in Ethnic Minority Communities 394
Anne K. Jacobs
19 Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology 396
ichael C. Roberts, Jodi L. Kamps, and Ephi J. Betan
Vignette: Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology 418
Anne K. Jacobs
20 Reflections on the Future of Clinical Psychological Research 420
Stephen S. Ilardi and Michael C. Roberts
Index 433
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.5.2003 |
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Reihe/Serie | Blackwell Handbooks of Research Methods in Psychology |
Verlagsort | Hoboken |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 183 x 252 mm |
Gewicht | 998 g |
Themenwelt | Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Klinische Psychologie |
ISBN-10 | 0-631-22673-7 / 0631226737 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-631-22673-4 / 9780631226734 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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