Introduction to Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology

Utilizing a developmental psychopathology approach, this comprehensive text delves into child and adolescent disorders, emphasizing the evolution of these issues over time. Key elements include the impact of risk and protective factors, as well as the influence of sociocultural contexts on typical and atypical development. The revised Fourth Edition features a new chapter on research methods, highlights the role of social-cultural factors in understanding disorders, and presents recent findings on autism spectrum disorder and substance use among adolescents.