Psychology & Psychiatry : Developmental

Kelly Harland's wonderfully clear, unsentimental and yet moving account of her daily struggles with Will brings a whole new perspective to our understanding [of autism]. Her descriptions of the continually changing hopes and aspirations that she and her husband have for him will have echoes for every parent, especially those of children affected by this complex, multi-faceted condition.". - from the foreword by Jane Asher, President of The National Autistic Society. Praise for the first edition:. "There's a miraculous alchemy to these stories of one small boy.". - The Seattle Times. " A Will of His Own sends a powerful and essentially positive message of hope, learning, and growth…highly recommended reading.". - Midwest Book Review. Kelly Harland's stories explore her son's life to the age of 14, and the new and unexpected universe she and her husband - both professional musicians - must learn to navigate with him. Will's fears, anxieties, and obsessions can dominate daily life, making a trip to the grocery store seem like a walk across a minefield. But amidst these unpredictable "flip-outs" and "freak-outs," there are moments of wonder. When Will finally learns the give and take of conversation, or dreams about his future, it rekindles his mother's belief that anything is possible. " more...

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This is the 33rd volume in the Minnesota Symposium on Child Psychology held in October 2002, held to honour the scientific and mentoring contributions of Anne Danielson Pick and Herbert L. Pick, Jr. It focused on "Action as an Organizer of Learning and Development". more...

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Adolescent Addiction: Epidemiology, Assessment, and Treatment presents a comprehensive review of information on adolescent addiction, including prevalence and co-morbidity rates, risk factors to addiction, and prevention and treatment strategies. Unlike other books that may focus on one specific addiction, this book covers a wide range of addictions in adolescents, including alcohol, cannabis, tobacco, eating, gambling, internet and video games, and sex addiction. Intended to be of practical use to clinicians treating adolescent addiction, the book contains a wealth of information that will be of use to the researcher as well. A global perspective is offer from international contributors, representing the US, Canada, the UK, New Zealand, and Australia. more...

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This overview examines problems currently faced by adolescents. Sixteen experts present research into depression and the suicidal adolescent, assessment procedures, psychotherapeutic and psychopharmacological treatments, eating disorders and violence. more...

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The Brief Adolescent Therapy Homework Planner, Second Edition provides an array of new and updated interactive assignments. These new exercises are keyed to the behaviorally based presenting problems found in The Adolescent Psychotherapy Treatment Planner, Fourth Edition, including anger management, blended family conflicts, low self-esteem, chemical dependence, eating disorders, and sexual acting out. more...

Price: $49.95