Behavior Disorders of Childhood 4E

This comprehensive, research-based introduction to childhood behavior disorders presents a sensitive and thorough examination of the field-covering its central issues, theoretical and methodological underpinnings, descriptions and discussions of numerous disorders, clinical and research information, and treatment approaches. Rich with illustrations and examples, it highlights the newest areas of research and clinical work within the various disorders; stresses empirically supported treatments and the prevention of behavior problems; and keeps students on top of current social concerns, including the effects of child abuse and divorce on children.

• NEW - Attractive, open two-color design.

  • Engages students with enhanced organization and clarity. Ex.__

• NEW - More case material.

  • Heightens students' interest and understanding with examples and applications of concepts to real-life situations. Ex.___

• NEW - Current scholarly literature-Examines significant writings by professionals in the field on the major disorders of childhood and adolescent periods of development.

  • Keeps students well-informed and up-to-date on the latest research findings and most promising treatments. Ex.___

• NEW - Extended study on the developmental pathways across the different areas of growth.

  • Gives students a better understanding on how the different stages of growth affects an individual's approach to life. Ex.___

• NEW - Broader analysis of the continuities and discontinuities of behavioral problems, and increased sensitivity to the comorbidity, or co-occurrence, of behavior problems.

  • Provides students with an up-to-date approach to behavior problems. Ex.___

• NEW - Highlighted glossary terms.

  • Helps students immediately identify new words and allows for easy reference. Ex.___

• Thorough coverage of major childhood behaviors and disorders-Contains their definition, description, prevalence, etiology, assessment, treatment, and special issues; now more integrated with disorders of adolescence throughout.

  • Provides students with a broad, inclusive and in-depth study of the field. Ex.___

• Empirically-based-Focuses on empirical findings and theoretical views that rely strongly on empiricism.

  • Provides students with theories and treatments that have undergone rigorous observation and experimentation to ensure validity. Ex.___

• Systematic approach-Introduces the developmental-clinical approach (developmental psychopathology) early on, and uses it as a broad framework to highlight issues of origins, transformations, and stability of behavior problems.

  • Helps students classify and organize material as they learn it. Ex.___

• The latest systems of classification-Incorporates DSM-IV, American Association of Mental Retardation Criteria, and changes in empirical approaches to classification.

  • Offers students enhanced and extensive coverage on mental disorders, diagnosis, and classification. Ex.___

• Sensitivity to broad social and cultural issues in viewing behavior disorders -Examines the cultural relativity of defining behavior disorders; the role of cultural values in the development of disorders; the impact of PL-94-142 on education and institutionalization; and gender issues in the identification and development of behavior disorders.

  • Enlightens and presents students with an in-depth discussion on the social and cultural influences in regard to the development of behavior disorders. Ex.___

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