Military Psychology

Clinical and Operational Applications

By Guilford Press | Publisher: Guilford Publications

About the book

With more than 60% new material reflecting advances in evidence-based treatments and the evolving roles of military mental health providers, the authoritative resource in the field is now in a significantly revised third edition. The volume provides research-based roadmaps for prevention and intervention with service members and veterans in a wide range of settings. Up-to-date information about military procedures and guidelines is included throughout. Grounded in current knowledge about stress and resilience, chapters describe best practices in treating such challenges as depression, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use disorders. Also addressed are operational functions of psychologists in personnel assessment and selection, counterintelligence, and other areas.
 
New to This Edition
*Chapters on new topics: the spectrum of military stress reactions, concussion management, military sexual assault, embedded/expeditionary psychological practice, and security clearance evaluations.
*Fully rewritten chapters on evidence-based treatments, behavioral health in primary care, and disaster mental health.
*Incorporates major shifts in how and where military mental health services are delivered.
 

Editions of Military Psychology

Hardcover
ISBN 9781462549924
EBook
ISBN 9781462549948

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With more than 60% new material reflecting advances in evidence-based treatments and the evolving roles of military mental health providers, the authoritative resource in the field is now in a significantly revised third edition. The volume provides research-based roadmaps for prevention and intervention with service members and veterans in a wide range of settings. Up-to-date information about military procedures and guidelines is included throughout. Grounded in current knowledge about stress and resilience, chapters describe best practices in treating such challenges as depression, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use disorders. Also addressed are operational functions of psychologists in personnel assessment and selection, counterintelligence, and other areas.
 
New to This Edition
*Chapters on new topics: the spectrum of military stress reactions, concussion management, military sexual assault, embedded/expeditionary psychological practice, and security clearance evaluations.
*Fully rewritten chapters on evidence-based treatments, behavioral health in primary care, and disaster mental health.
*Incorporates major shifts in how and where military mental health services are delivered.
 

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What is Military Psychology about?

With more than 60% new material reflecting advances in evidence-based treatments and the evolving roles of military mental health providers, the authoritative resource in the field is now in a significantly revised third edition. The volume provides research-based roadmaps for prevention and intervention with service members and veterans in a wide range of settings. Up-to-date information about military procedures and guidelines is included throughout. Grounded in current knowledge about stress and resilience, chapters describe best practices in treating such challenges as depression, anxiety disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance use disorders. Also addressed are operational functions of psychologists in personnel assessment and selection, counterintelligence, and other areas.
 
New to This Edition
*Chapters on new topics: the spectrum of military stress reactions, concussion management, military sexual assault, embedded/expeditionary psychological practice, and security clearance evaluations.
*Fully rewritten chapters on evidence-based treatments, behavioral health in primary care, and disaster mental health.
*Incorporates major shifts in how and where military mental health services are delivered.
 

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Military Psychology?

Medicine and Nursing > Medical specialties, branches of medicine > Clinical psychology

Where can I read a sample of Military Psychology?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781462549924

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Military Psychology?

Guilford Press

Who is the Publisher of the book Military Psychology?

Guilford Publications

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Military Psychology is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781462549924) and ebook(ISBN 9781462549948)

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