Vulnerability to Psychopathology, Second Edition: Risk across the Lifespan
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| Rating | : | 4.44 (896 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1606233475 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 524 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-11 |
| Language | : | English |
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Well written This was a textbook for a graduate level class. It was an "easy" read by graduate book standards and the information was valuable. Makes me want to learn more!. Two Stars This text is very much culturally and ethnically biased. Minority populations are often pathologized
This state-of-the-art work has been highly praised for bridging the divide between adult and developmental psychopathology. The volume illuminates the interplay of biological, cognitive, affective, and social-environmental factors that place individuals at risk for psychological disturbance throughout development. An integrative third chapter on each disorder then summarizes what is known about continuity and change in vulnerability across the lifespan. Implications for assessment, treatment, and prevention are also considered.. Childhood-onset and adult forms of major disor
It will prove to be an invaluable resource for mental health practitioners, students, and psychiatric residents."--Michael Thase, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania. "The best single source of information on vulnerability. Thoroughly revised and updated, the volume includes the latest research findings from studies using clinical, longitudinal, neurobiological, and genetic methods