Attachment Theory and Psychosis: Current Perspectives and Future Directions

Attachment and Psychosis: Current Perspectives and Future Directions is the first book to provide a practical guide to using attachment theory in the assessment, formulation and treatment of a range of psychological problems that can arise as a result of experiencing psychosis.

Author: Katherine Berry
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 11/21/2019
Pages: 284
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781138956759

About the Author

Katherine Berry is a professor in clinical psychology at the University of Manchester, UK, and Co-Director of the Complex Trauma and Resilience Research Unit within Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. She has carried out extensive research into the psychological and social causes of psychosis and has published a large body of work on attachment theory over the past decade. She is co-editor of Attachment Theory in Adult Mental Health with Adam N. Danquah (Routledge).

Sandra Bucci is a professor in clinical psychology at the University of Manchester, UK and Co-Director of the Complex Trauma and Resilience Research unit within Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Her research is focused on understanding the putative psychological mechanisms involved in the development and maintenance of psychotic experiences.

Adam N. Danquah is a senior lecturer at the University of Manchester, UK, and practicing clinical psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist. As well as attachment, his research and teaching focus on intercultural approaches and helping practitioners and practitioners in training deal with the impact of patient care.