Personality Disorders in Modern Life is written by the leading experts in the field and offers a thorough but concise examination of the subtleties involved in understanding and treating these debilitating disorders. It systematically reviews the major theoretical perspectives and each personality disorder (Antisocial, Avoidant, Obsessive-Compulsive, etc.) and their subtypes and has been updated with the latest theory, research, and accepted advice on treatment.

The compelling story of the quest to understand the human mind - and its diseases This engaging presentation of our evolving understanding of the human mind and the meaning of mental illness asks the questions that have fascinated philosophers, researchers, clinicians, and ordinary persons for millennia: What causes human behavior? What processes underlie personal functioning and psychopathology, and what methods work best to alleviate disorders of the mind? Written by Theodore Millon, a leading researcher in personality theory and psychopathology, it features dozens of illuminating profiles of famous clinicians and philosophers.