Preface
About the Author
1. An Overview of Psychopathology and Changing Conceptualizations of Mental Illness
Understanding Psychopathology: Definitions and Key Considerations
The Three Major Themes of This Book
The Relation of Evolution and Culture to Psychopathology
Historical Considerations in Understanding Psychopathology
Discovering the Function of the Brain in Behavior and Psychopathology
Care for Those With Mental Disorders
Biological Approaches to Treating Mental Illness
Psychological Treatment Perspectives in the Twentieth Century
2. Neuroscience Approaches to Understanding Psychopathology
The Growing Importance of Neuroscience, Genetics, and an Evolutionary Perspective
Brain Anatomy, Neurons, and Neurotransmitters
How Do We Observe the Brain at Work?
Genetics and Psychopathology
Evolution and Psychopathology
3. Research Methods
Nonexperimental Methods of Psychological Research
The Experimental Method: Making It Happen
Designing an Experimental Study
Other Types of Experimental Designs and Research Considerations
Ethics and the Scientific Experiment
4. Assessment and Classification of Psychological Disorders
Initial Assessment and the Mental Status Exam
Structured Interviews and Assessment Considerations
Diagnostic Considerations in Psychopathology
Classification Systems for Mental Disorders
5. Childhood and Adolescent-Onset Disorders
Important Aspects of Normal Child Development
Attachment Disorders, Conduct Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Case of ROBERT: Conduct Disorder
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Learning Disorders
Intellectual Developmental Disorder
6. Mood Disorders and Suicide
Introducing Mood Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder
Understanding Changes in DSM–5—Grief Exception
7. Stress, Trauma, and Psychopathology
Psychological Stress and Psychopathology
The Physiological Mechanisms Related to Stress and Trauma
Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders in DSM–5
Case of VICTORIA ENGLISH: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: PTSD Definitions in DSM–IV and DSM–5
8. Anxiety Disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Overview of Anxiety Disorders
Major Types of Anxiety Disorders
Case of ADAM CALDWELL: Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders
9. Dissociative Disorders and Somatic Symptom Disorders
TWO CASE STUDIES: Depersonalization
CASE OF MICHAEL BOATWRIGHT: Dissociative Amnesia
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Dissociative Disorders
Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
10. Eating Disorders
Overview: Feeding Disorders, Obesity, and Eating Disorders
The Major Eating Disorders
Case of ANNE HART: Bulimia Nervosa
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Eating Disorders
11. Sexuality Disorders, Paraphilic Disorders and Gender Dysphoria
Sexual Desire, Arousal, and Response
Sexual Dysfunction Disorders
Case of GEORGE NADEL: Court-Mandated Treatment for Child Pornography Possession
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Sexual and Gender-Related Experiences
12. Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Drug Use in the United States
Substance Abuse, Dependence, and Addiction
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Case of RICHARD THOMPSON: Alcohol Use Disorder
Marijuana, Hallucinogens, and Opioids
Stimulants: Cocaine, Amphetamines, Caffeine, and Nicotine
Treatment of Substance-Related Disorders
13. Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Basics: Prevalence, Course, and Symptoms
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Schizophrenia
Historical and Evolutionary Perspectives on Schizophrenia
Case of JAMES STERN: Schizophrenia
Factors in the Development of Schizophrenia
Causes and Effects: Neuroscience Findings About Schizophrenia
Treating Individuals With Schizophrenia
14. Personality Disorders
Personality Disorders and Personality
Odd, Eccentric Personality Disorders
Case of NATHAN JAMES: Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Dramatic Emotional Personality Disorders
Case of JIM NELSON: Mandated Treatment for Child Sexual Abuse
Case of AMY JAMES: Borderline Personality Disorder
Case of AMY PORTER: Histrionic Personality Disorder
Case of DAWN NICHOLS: Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Anxious Fearful Personality Disorders
Treatment of Personality Disorders
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Personality Disorders
15. Neurocognitive Disorders
Normal Cognitive Changes Related to Aging
CASE OF BOBBY BALDWIN: Delirium
Mild and Major Neurocognitive Disorders
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Neurocognitive Disorders
Prevention, Treatment, and Support
16. The Law and Mental Health
The American Legal System and the Insanity Defense
Competency to Stand Trial
Ethical and Legal Issues in Treatment
Neuroscience and Evolutionary Perspectives on the Legal Aspects of Psychopathology
Understanding Changes in DSM–5: Legal Issues
