Behavioural and mental health research : a handbook of skills and methods
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Behavioural and mental health research : a handbook of skills and methods
Erlbaum, c1996
2nd ed
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Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Behavioural and Mental Health Research, 2nd Edition is a thoroughly revised, updated, and expanded version of the invaluable guide to research skills for psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and graduates training in those disciplines. It provides a series of practical guidelines for starting and carrying through any research project: from selecting the most appropriate approach, using computers, and analysing data to applying for funding, writing reports, and even how to enjoy your research! This second edition also includes chapters on methods of assessment, studying people in their social settings, and service evaluation and audit methods.
By considering a wide spectrum of different research methods the book gives the reader an insight into the assumptions underlying research. Quantitative methods using group design are described without assuming an advanced level of statistical knowledge. Qualitative, language-based methods and single case studies are explored as possible alternatives.
Table of Contents
Part 1. Skills. More Fun, Less Stress - How to Survive in Research, R. Hodgson, S. Rollnick Preparing a Research Project, E. Miller The Selection and Development of Measures, G.E. Powell Domains of Assessment, R. Edelmann Analyzing Data, P.R. Jackson Using Computers, C.J. Colbourn Writing a Research Report, G. Parry Writing a Grant Application, N. Brooks Part 2. Methods. Experimental Abnormal Psychology, F.N. Watts Outcome Research, D.A. Shapiro Patient Series and Quasi-Experimental Designs, R.G. Owens et al. Qualitative Research, D.A. Good, F.N. Watts Single-Case Research, S. Morley Intensive Quantitative Methods, P. Alexander Studying People in their Social Settings, J. Orford Epidemiological and Survey Methods, D.J. Cooke Research in Service Planning and Evaluation, G. Shepherd Service Evaluation and Audit Methods, G. Parry
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