Encyclopedia of Clinical Child and Pediatric Psychology

Abstract

This new Encyclopedia: -is an authoritative, up-to-date and comprehensive resource; -reflects the extensive scope of the fields of clinical child and pediatric psychology; -covers problems and issues related to children, adolescents, and their families; -includes typical and atypical development, physical and mental health problems and disorders, assessment and treatment methods, training and ethics; -features an extensive index with a complete cross-listing of topics; -suggests titles for further reading for each topic or entry; -is an ideal reference for health and mental health professionals, undergraduate and graduate students; -deserves a place in the library of every hospital, university, and pediatric, psychological or family clinic.