Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

by Roberts, Michael C.; Ilardi, Stephen S.

• ISBN13: 9780631226734
• ISBN10: 0631226737
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-07-14
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

The Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology presents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research methodologies used in clinical psychology. Topics discussed include experimental and quasi-experimental designs, statistical analysis, validity, ethics, cultural diversity, and the scientific process of publishing. Written by leading researchers, the chapters focus on specific applications of research into psychopathology, assessment and diagnosis, therapy, and interventions for both child and adult populations. Special attention is also given to research into professional issues, prevention, and promotion. Research vignettes describe exemplary projects illustrating the essential elements of the research topics. In addition, the editors outline a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. This handbook coherently illustrates the range of research methodologies used in clinical psychology and is a vital resource for both students and scholars who wish to expand their knowledge. Covers basic methodologies as well as specific applications of research designs. Includes research vignettes that describe exemplary studies and illustrate the essential elements of the research topics. Contains chapters written by active researchers in the field. Outlines a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com

Author Biography

Michael C. Roberts is Director of the Clinical Child Psychology Program at the University of Kansas. He has authored and co-edited 14 books, including the Handbook of Clinical Child Psychology (third edition edited with C. Eugene Walker, 2001), Beyond Appearances: A New Look at Adolescent Girls (edited with Norine G. Johnson and Judith P. Worell, 1999), and Helping Children Cope with Disasters and Terrorism (edited with Annette M. La Greca, Wendy K. Silverman, and Eric M. Vernberg, 2002).

Stephen S. Ilardi is Assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Kansas. His published research has focused on the assessment and treatment of major depression, with an emphasis on the clinical integration of theory and methods from the domain of cognitive neuroscience. In 2001, he received the Theodore Blau Award for Early Career Contributions to Clinical Psychology from the Society of Clinical Psychology.

Table of Contents

List of Contributors	x
Part I Clinical Psychology Research	1	(70)
Research Methodology and Clinical Psychology: An Overview	3	(10)
Michael C. Roberts
Stephen S. Ilardi
Addressing Validity Concerns in Clinical Psychology Research	13	(18)
Michael S. Finger
Kevin L. Rand
The Scientific Process and Publishing Research	31	(21)
Michael C. Roberts
Keri J. Brown
Julianne M. Smith-Boydston
Ethical Considerations in Clinical Psychology Research	52	(19)
William A. Rae
Jeremy R. Sullivan
Part II Research Designs	71	(140)
Evaluating Treatment Efficacy With Single-Case Designs	73	(19)
Cynthia M. Anderson
Christine Kim
Design and Analysis of Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Investigations	92	(23)
Andrea Follmer Greenhoot
The Analysis of Correlational Data	115	(23)
Charles M. Judd
Melody S. Sadler
Structural Equation Modeling in Clinical Psychology Research	138	(38)
Samuel B. Green
Marilyn S. Thompson
Qualitative Methods in Psychological Research	176	(20)
Gloria L. Krahn
Michelle Putnam
Basic Principles of Meta-Analysis	196	(15)
Joseph A. Durlak
Part III Topics of Research	211	(222)
Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology	213	(21)
Eric M. Vernberg
Edward J. Dill
Vignette: Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology	232	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Adult Experimental Psychopathology	234	(28)
John P. Kline
Steven D. LaRowe
Keith F. Donohue
Jennifer Minnix
Ginette C. Blackhart
Vignette: Adult Experimental Psychopathology	260	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnosis Research	262	(22)
Paul J. Frick
Amy H. Cornell
Vignette: Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnostic Research	282	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis Research: Current Status and Future Directions	284	(23)
Thomas E. Joiner, Jr.
Jeremy W. Pettit
Vignette: Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis	305	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Therapy and Interventions Research with Children and Adolescents	307	(22)
Ric G. Steele
Michael C. Roberts
Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Children, Youth, and Families	327	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults	329	(25)
Anne D. Simons
Jennifer E. Wildes
Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults	352	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Research in Prevention and Promotion	354	(22)
George C. Tremblay
Barbara Landon
Vignette: Research in Prevention and Promotion	374	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Research in Ethnic Minority Communities: Cultural Diversity Issues in Clinical Psychology	376	(20)
Yo Jackson
Vignette: Research in Ethnic Minority Communities	394	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology	396	(24)
Michael C. Roberts
Jodi L. Kamps
Ephi J. Betan
Vignette: Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology	418	(2)
Anne K. Jacobs
Reflections on the Future of Clinical Psychological Research	420	(13)
Stephen S. Ilardi
Michael C. Roberts
Index	433