Abnormal Psychology 12th Edition continues the tradition of giving students the opportunity to explore the latest theories & research in the field. It has been adapted to take into account UK/ European examples in diagnosis & classifcation of mental illness statistics on misuse of drugs & treatment as well as a fully revised chapter with European examples on legal & ethical issues. As distinguished scholars & leaders in the field of Psychology our author team continues to emphasize recent & comprehensive research coverage that has been the hallmark of the text. Significant new material correlated to the forthcoming Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM-5) included in every chapter. Abnormal Psychology emphasizes an integrated approach showing how psychopathology is best understood by considering multiple perspectives & how these varying perspectives can provide us with the clearest accounting of the causes of these disorders as well as the best possible treatments. Created for the 11th edition we continue to offer a powerful video series for your Abnormal Psychology course with 7-10 minute clips to show inclass or for students to review outside of class to help understand the patients experience. Unlike other videos these feature real patients & their families in the context of their lives describing symptoms from their own perspective. Each videoprovides concise informationabout the availabletreatment options.