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Research Design in Clinical Psychology (4th Edition)
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 616.890072
EAN: 9780205332922
Edition: 4
ISBN: 0205332927
Label: Allyn & Bacon
Manufacturer: Allyn & Bacon
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 524
Publication Date: February 18, 2002
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Studio: Allyn & Bacon
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Editorial Review:
In an updated edition of this successful book, the author describes research methods in clinical psychology and provides criteria for conducting and evaluating clinical research. This edition continues to explain how methodology is an approach toward problem solving, thinking, and acquiring knowledge. New material on the evolving nature of clinical research into many topic areas is also included. Topics covered: drawing valid references; experimental research; case studies; interpreting data; ethics; and more. Clinical psychologists/psychiatrists, counselors, social workers and therapists.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Good but long-winded
I give this 4 stars because it truly is an excellent reference book for clinical psychology research methodology, but I don't think I've ever come across a textbook writer as verbose as Kazdin. The man will beat a dead horse to a pulp, get a bat, and then beat the pulp until it's pureed. To his credit, I honestly think he is trying to help readers along (especially beginners) in their understanding of complex topics via repetition and different wording of the same concepts, but it gets downright ... Read More
Rating: - A good source
This text is easy to follow with lots of examples. It can be a little redundant for people who have a good background in research; however, for beginners, it's a really good text.
Rating: - Practical information for researchers
I've used Kazdin's book for several years now in planning my own research in the area of developmental psychopathology. I can see why others have criticized the book as being long-winded and somewhat dry - I wouldn't recommend reading the book cover-to-cover. However, the book is filled with practical advice on how to design research studies in the areas of clinical or abnormal psychology. I especially like Kazdin's discussion of the threats to internal and external validity that commonly plague ... Read More
Rating:  - Boring
If you ever needed a book to put you to sleep this is the one. The theories described are good, but the book is so dry it is a chore to get through each page.
Rating:  - Great book!
As a third year grad student, I read A LOT of textbooks. I can say that this is one of the better ones, with clear definitions and lots of examples. A great asset for any student.
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