Introduction to Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology, 3rd Edition
- Author: Robert Weis
- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
- Publication Date: March 10, 2017
- ISBN-10: 150633976X
- ISBN-13: 978-1506339764
Overview
Fully revised and updated to increase student engagement, the Third Edition of Introduction to Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology reflects the latest advancements in the field, including complete DSM–5 criteria, to provide a comprehensive introduction to child and adolescent psychopathology. Utilizing a developmental psychopathology approach, the book explores the emergence of disorders over time, describes the risks and protective factors that influence developmental processes and trajectories, and examines child psychopathology in relation to typical development while considering each family’s sociocultural context.
Offering current, relevant, and practical scientific information in every chapter, the text helps students develop the understanding they need to make informed decisions about the welfare of their families, schools, communities, and society. By bridging the gap between theory and clinical practice, Robert Weis provides an essential resource for understanding the complexities of psychological disorders in young people and the various factors that contribute to their developmental paths.
