Santé mentale et psychopathologie, 4e édition

An original, rigorous Quebec-based resource adapted for introductory mental health courses

Developed by a team of psychology professors, the 4th edition of Mental Health and Psychopathology addresses current topics such as a critical reflection on ADHD, the alternative model of personality disorders, and an exploration of the diversity of gender identities.

Description

An original, rigorous Quebec-based resource adapted for introductory mental health courses

The result of the collaborative work of a team of psychology professors, the 4th edition of Mental Health and Psychopathology explores current issues, including a critical examination of ADHD, the alternative model of personality disorders, and the diversity of gender identities.

Each chapter addresses both the theoretical and practical aspects of the topics presented, incorporates the latest scientific developments, and includes numerous examples that help bring the material to life. The importance of approaches beyond individual therapy, as well as the role of physical activity and contact with nature as protective factors for maintaining positive mental health, are also explored.

The chapters addressing mental health disorders provide descriptions of each condition, along with information on prevalence and risk factors. The presentation of risk factors and interventions follows a biopsychosocial approach, first examining psychological dimensions, followed by social dimensions, and finally biomedical dimensions.

This textbook includes numerous feature boxes reproducing the diagnostic criteria for certain mental disorders as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Text Revision (DSM-5-TR). Exercises and stories, both fictional and real, help students integrate their learning and complement the chapter content.

This 4th edition offers dynamic, enriching, and effective online resources that will be valuable for both students and instructors.