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The Writer's Guide to Psychology - by Carolyn Kaufman (Paperback)

The Writer's Guide to Psychology - by  Carolyn Kaufman (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>A unique and indispensable reference guide for writers.</b></p><p>Writers frequently write about mental illness and psychological motivations, but all too often they use terms and concepts that are clichéd, outmoded or just plain wrong. Written by a clinical psychologist who is also a professional writer and writing coach, <b><i>The Writer's Guide to Psychology</i></b> is an authoritative, accessible, fun, and easy-to-use reference to psychological disorders, diagnosis, treatments, psychotherapists' work and what really makes psychopathic villains tick.</p><p>Did you know that serial killers are almost never psychotic? That modern electroshock therapy doesn't cause convulsions? That many psychotherapists think examining your childhood is unimportant--or even irrelevant--to therapy? Those are just a few of the hundreds of myth-busting facts in <b><i>The Writer's Guide to Psychology.</i></b> The only reference book on clinical and counseling psychology designed specifically for the needs of writers, <b><i>The Writer's Guide to Psychology</i></b> presents specific writing dos and don'ts to avoid the psychobabble clichés and misunderstandings frequently seen in popular writing. The book's extensive sidebars include Q&As from real writers, information on controversial treatments and issues, tips for using realistic psychology to create complex and compelling characters, and <i>Don't Let This Happen to You!</i> boxes that humorously expose mortifying mistakes in fiction, film and TV--and teach you how to get it right in your own writing.</p><p>Written in an approachable, easy-to-understand style that's perfect for both in-depth study and quick answers to specific questions, <b><i>The Writer's Guide to Psychology</i></b> is a unique combination of accurate psychology, myth-busting information and practical guidance that belongs on every writer's reference shelf.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A fascinating overview of the major [psychological] disorders. . . . There are literally dozens of ideas for great stories in this guide. This is definitely a book to hold on to for future reference. --www.AKindleInHongKong.blogspot.com<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Carolyn Kaufman, PsyD, is a professor at Columbus State Community College. She is a full member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the APA's Media Psychology division. She lives in Westerville, Ohio.

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