Written in a lively and entertaining style *, Facts and Fictions in Mental Health* examines common conceptions and misconceptions surrounding mental health and its treatment. Each chapter focuses on a misconception and is followed by a discussion of related findings from scientific research. * A compilation of the authors’ Facts and Fictions columns written for *Scientific American Mind* , with the addition of six new columns exclusive to this book * Written in a lively and often entertaining style, accessible to both the undergraduate and the interested general reader * Each chapter covers a different fiction and allows readers to gain a more balanced and accurate view of important topics in mental health * The six new columns examine myths and misconceptions of considerable interest and relevance to undergraduates in abnormal psychology courses * Introductory material and references are included throughout the book