Introduction to Clinical Psychology Author:Jeffrey E. Hecker, Geoffrey L. Thorpe This text provides a broad overview of the interesting, diverse, and expanding discipline of Clinical Psychology. Four main themes are emphasized throughout the text:⢠Scienceâthe text examines and critiques research and practice in clinical psychology from a scientific perspective.⢠Controversiesâthi... more »s text examines the conflict and controversies that continue to shape the discipline of Psychology.⢠Contemporary clinical psychologyâthe text examines the field of contemporary clinical psychology.⢠Ethicsâevery chapter discusses ethical dilemmas faced by clinical psychologists.« less