Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

The Handbook of Research Methods in Clinical Psychology presents a comprehensive and contemporary treatment of research methodologies used in clinical psychology. Topics discussed include experimental and quasi-experimental designs, statistical analysis, validity, ethics, cultural diversity, and the scientific process of publishing. Written by leading researchers, the chapters focus on specific applications of research into psychopathology, assessment and diagnosis, therapy, and interventions for both child and adult populations. Special attention is also given to research into professional issues, prevention, and promotion. Research vignettes describe exemplary projects illustrating the essential elements of the research topics. In addition, the editors outline a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. This handbook coherently illustrates the range of research methodologies used in clinical psychology and is a vital resource for both students and scholars who wish to expand their knowledge. Covers basic methodologies as well as specific applications of research designs. Includes research vignettes that describe exemplary studies and illustrate the essential elements of the research topics. Contains chapters written by active researchers in the field. Outlines a research agenda for clinical psychologists that demonstrates the exciting future for the field. Now available in full text online via xreferplus, the award-winning reference library on the web from xrefer. For more information, visit www.xreferplus.com

List of Contributors x Part I Clinical Psychology Research 1 1 Research Methodology and Clinical Psychology: An Overview 3 Michael C. Roberts and Stephen S. Ilardi 2 Addressing Validity Concerns in Clinical Psychology Research 13 Michael S. Finger and Kevin L. Rand 3 The Scientific Process and Publishing Research 31 Michael C. Roberts, Keri J. Brown, and Julianne M. Smith-Boydston 4 Ethical Considerations in Clinical Psychology Research 52 William A. Rae and Jeremy R. Sullivan Part II Research Designs 71 5 Evaluating Treatment Efficacy With Single-Case Designs 73 Cynthia M. Anderson and Christine Kim 6 Design and Analysis of Experimental and Quasi-Experimental Investigations 92 Andrea Follmer Greenhoot 7 The Analysis of Correlational Data 115 Charles M. Judd and Melody S. Sadler 8 Structural Equation Modeling in Clinical Psychology Research 138 Samuel B. Green and Marilyn S. Thompson 9 Qualitative Methods in Psychological Research 176 Gloria L. Krahn and Michelle Putnam 10 Basic Principles of Meta-Analysis 196 Joseph A. Durlak Part III Topics of Research 211 11 Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology 213 Eric M. Vernberg and Edward J. Dill Vignette: Research Methods for Developmental Psychopathology 232 Anne K. Jacobs 12 Adult Experimental Psychopathology 234 John P. Kline, Steven D. LaRowe, Keith F. Donohue, Jennifer Minnix, and Ginette C. Blackhart Vignette: Adult Experimental Psychopathology 260 Anne K. Jacobs 13 Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnosis Research 262 Paul J. Frick and Amy H. Cornell Vignette: Child and Adolescent Assessment and Diagnostic Research 282 Anne K. Jacobs 14 Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis Research: Current Status and Future Directions 284 Thomas E. Joiner, Jr., and Jeremy W. Pettit Vignette: Adult Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis 305 Anne K. Jacobs 15 Therapy and Interventions Research with Children and Adolescents 307 Ric G. Steele and Michael C. Roberts Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Children, Youth, and Families 327 Anne K. Jacobs 16 Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults 329 Anne D. Simons and Jennifer E. Wildes Vignette: Therapy and Interventions Research with Adults 352 Anne K. Jacobs 17 Research in Prevention and Promotion 354 George C. Tremblay and Barbara Landon Vignette: Research in Prevention and Promotion 374 Anne K. Jacobs 18 Research in Ethnic Minority Communities: Cultural Diversity Issues in Clinical Psychology 376 Yo Jackson                                                                                                                                   Vignette: Research in Ethnic Minority Communities 394 Anne K. Jacobs 19 Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology 396 ichael C. Roberts, Jodi L. Kamps, and Ephi J. Betan Vignette: Investigating Professional Issues in Clinical Psychology 418 Anne K. Jacobs 20 Reflections on the Future of Clinical Psychological Research 420 Stephen S. Ilardi and Michael C. Roberts Index 433