Analyzes what works in intervening with diverse children and families, from infancy through the school years and the transition to adulthood. This book reviews knowledge about developmental disabilities such as: neuroscientific and genetic foundations; the impact on health, learning, and behavior; and, effective educational and clinical practices.
Reviews knowledge on the self-conscious emotions and their role in psychological and social functioning. This volume analyses the subject from multiple levels, ranging from basic brain mechanisms to complex social processes. It addresses neural and evolutionary mechanisms, developmental processes, and cultural differences and similarities.
Theories of Memory provides a comprehensive introduction to the rapidly expanding field of memory studies. It is a resource through which students of literature will be able both to broaden their knowledge of contemporary theoretical perspectives and to trace the development of ideas about memory from the classical period to the present. ......
Presents practical guidelines for effective clinical intervention in the immediate, intermediate, and long-term aftermath of large-scale traumatic events. This book includes lessons learned from a variety of mass traumas and natural disasters. It reviews strategies for helping specific victim and survivor populations.
The fully revised and updated second edition of this well-established reference is an exhaustive guide to the key terms used in psychological testing, assessment and measurement. Over 3000 definitions offer clear explanations of statistical procedures commonly used in psychology; major psychometric and other psychological tests; categories of ......
Provides a methodology for the control and prevention of missing data. This volume helps the reader understand the different types of missing data and their implications for the reliability, validity, and generalizability of a study's conclusions.
Clinical Interventions to Break the Cycle of Adolescent Violence
Presents a framework and various specific strategies for working with violent youth and their families. This book sheds light on the interplay of individual, family, community, and societal forces that lead some adolescents to hurt others or themselves. It provides useful guidance on connecting with aggressive teens and their parents.