Facts and Fictions in Mental Health

Written in a lively and entertaining style, Facts and Fictions in Mental Health examines common conceptions and misconceptions surrounding mental health and its treatment. Each chapter focuses on a misconception and is followed by a discussion of related findings from scientific research. A compilation of the authors' "Facts and Fictions" columns written for Scientific American Mind, with the addition of six new columns exclusive to this bookWritten in a lively and often entertaining style, accessible to both the undergraduate and the interested general readerEach chapter covers a different "fiction" and allows readers to gain a more balanced and accurate view of important topics in mental healthThe six new columns examine myths and misconceptions of considerable interest and relevance to undergraduates in abnormal psychology coursesIntroductory material and references are included throughout the book