Publisher's Synopsis
"Introduction to Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology provides the most comprehensive introduction to and reflects the latest advancements in the field of child psychopathology, including DSM - 5 criteria. Utilizing a developmental psychopathology approach and modeling biopsychosocial analysis, 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. Integrating science and practice with a focus on real-world relevance, the fully-revised Fourth Edition now includes a new chapter on research methods, a greater emphasis on the ways social-cultural factors affect each disorder covered, the latest research findings on numerous topics including autism spectrum disorder and adolescents' use of nicotine and marijuana va
