Synopsis This book is designed to provide a thorough survey of the field that is equally accessible to students with a general interest as well as to those with professional aspirations. This text presents a scholarly portrayal of the history, content, professional functions, and the future of clinical psychology. In this successful book, the editor 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. This book is beneficial for Clinical psychologists/psychiatrists, counselors, social workers and therapists.