The Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychologypresents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of researchmethodologies used in clinical psychology. Topics discussed includeexperimental and quasi-experimental designs, statistical analysis,validity, ethics, cultural diversity, and the scientific process ofpublishing. Written by leading researchers, the chapters focus onspecific applications of research into psychopathology, assessmentand diagnosis, therapy, and interventions for both child and adultpopulations. Special attention is also given to research intoprofessional issues, prevention, and promotion. Research vignettesdescribe exemplary projects illustrating the essential elements ofthe research topics. In addition, the editors outline a researchagenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the excitingfuture for the field.This handbook coherently illustrates the range of researchmethodologies used in clinical psychology and is a vital resourcefor both students and scholars who wish to expand theirknowledge.* * Covers basic methodologies as well as specific applications ofresearch designs.* Includes research vignettes that describe exemplary studies andillustrate the essential elements of the research topics.* Contains chapters written by active researchers in thefield.* Outlines a research agenda for clinical psychologists thatdemonstrates the exciting future for the field.* Now available in full text online via xreferplus, theaward-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For moreinformation, visit xreferplus.com

List of Contributors.Part I Clinical Psychology Research.1 Research Methodology and Clinical Psychology: An Overview.(Michael C. Roberts and Stephen S. Ilardi).2 Addressing Validity Concerns in Clinical Psychology Research.(Michael S. Finger and Kevin L. Rand).3 The Scientific Process and Publishing Research. (Michael C.Roberts, Keri J. Brown, and Julianne M. Smith-Boydston).4 Ethical Considerations in Clinical Psychology Research.(William A. Rae and Jeremy R. Sullivan).Part II Research Designs.5 Evaluating Treatment Efficacy With Single-Case Designs.(Cynthia M. Anderson and Christine Kim).6 Design and Analysis of Experimental and Quasi-ExperimentalInvestigations. (Andrea Follmer Greenhoot).7 The Analysis of Correlational Data . (Charles M. Judd andMelody S. Sadler).8 Structural Equation Modeling in Clinical Psychology Research.(Samuel B. Green and Marilyn S. Thompson).9 Qualitative Methods in Psychological Research. (Gloria L.Krahn and Michelle Putnam).10 Basic Principles of Meta-Analysis. (Joseph A. Durlak).Part III Topics of Research.11 Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology. (Eric M.Vernberg and Edward J. Dill).Vignette: Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology.(Anne K. Jacobs).12 Adult Experimental Psychopathology. (John P. Kline, Steven D.LaRowe, Keith F. Donohue, Jennifer Minnix, and Ginette C.Blackhart).Vignette: Adult Experimental Psychopathology. (Anne K.Jacobs).13 Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnosis Research. (PaulJ. Frick and Amy H. Cornell).Vignette: Child and Adolescent Assessment and DiagnosticResearch. (Anne K. Jacobs).14 Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis Research: CurrentStatus and Future Directions. (Thomas E. Joiner, Jr., and Jeremy W.Pettit).Vignette: Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis. (Anne K.Jacobs).15 Therapy and Interventions Research with Children andAdolescents. (Ric G. Steele and Michael C. Roberts).Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Children,Youth, and Families. (Anne K. Jacobs).16 Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults. (Anne D.Simons and Jennifer E. Wildes).Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults. (AnneK. Jacobs).17 Research in Prevention and Promotion. (George C. Tremblay andBarbara Landon).Vignette: Research in Prevention and Promotion. (Anne K.Jacobs).18 Research in Ethnic Minority Communities: Cultural DiversityIssues in Clinical Psychology. (Yo Jackson).Vignette: Research in Ethnic Minority Communities. (Anne K.Jacobs).19 Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology.(Michael C. Roberts, Jodi L. Kamps, and Ephi J. Betan).Vignette: Investigating Professional Issues in ClinicalPsychology. (Anne K. Jacobs).20 Reflections on the Future of Clinical Psychological Research.(Stephen S. Ilardi and Michael C. Roberts).Index.