"This five-volume encyclopedia covers the history of psychology as an experimental and social science, as an applied health discipline, as a profession, and as a locus for the panoply of preeminent contributors in the field....Essays begin with standard information, including any relevant dates, the type of psychology, and the field(s) of study, then offer a clear and concise discussion of the topic. Entries on mental illnesses address cause, diagnosis, treatment, and impact. Entries on theories or schools examine origin, history, and current status. Entries on organizations cover history and functions. Entries on psychological tests discuss development and applications. Biographical entries focus on the life, career, and contributions of the individual. All terminology is explained for each article, and context is provided to make the information accessible to general readers" -- Publisher.

Previously published as: Psychology & mental health.

Volume 1. Ability tests - Creative reminiscence -- Volume 2. Creativity - Hysteria -- Volume 3. Identity crises - Phobias -- Volume 4. Physical development - Social identity theory -- Volume 5. Social learning - Zimbardo; Appendixes; Indexes.