Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester …
Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.Senior Contributing AuthorsRose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac UniversityContributing AuthorsKathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State CollegeWilliam Jenkins, Mercer UniversityArlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph's UniversityMarilyn Lovett, Livingstone CollegeMarion Perlmutter, University of Michigan
By the end of this section, you will be able to:Understand the …
By the end of this section, you will be able to:Understand the problems inherent in defining the concept of psychological disorderDescribe what is meant by harmful dysfunctionIdentify the formal criteria that thoughts, feelings, and behaviors must meet to be considered abnormal and, thus, symptomatic of a psychological disorder
This resource is a video abstract of a research paper created by …
This resource is a video abstract of a research paper created by Research Square on behalf of its authors. It provides a synopsis that's easy to understand, and can be used to introduce the topics it covers to students, researchers, and the general public. The video's transcript is also provided in full, with a portion provided below for preview:
"With the numerous health benefits tied to running, it’s no wonder there are over 20 million regular runners in the United States alone. But running is also implicated in high rates of musculoskeletal injuries, with up to 65% of runners reporting overuse injuries annually. The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control has recently called for more rigorous prospective and comprehensive analyses to define the origin of running injuries. To answer this call, a team of US-based researchers conducted a prospective longitudinal trial to identify risk factors associated with overuse injury. Their findings could reveal new ways of reducing injury incidence. The trial tracked overuse injuries and anthropometric, biomechanical, and psychosocial variables in 300 recreational runners over a 2-year observational period. All participants ran a minimum of 5 miles per week and were injury free for at least 6 months prior to enrollment. At least one overuse running injury was sustained by 66% of the group..."
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