Adolescent Emotional Development and the Emergence of Depressive Disorders

Adolescent Emotional Development and the Emergence of Depressive Disorders

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One of the most striking aspects of the epidemiology of depressive disorders is the rapid rise in incidence observed between the ages of 11 and 14. This book explores the developmental changes occurring during the transition from childhood into early adolescence in order to understand how vulnerability to depression develops. The focus is on emotional development, which serves to encapsulate the cognitive, sexual, interpersonal and familial changes that are occurring during this life stage. This will be an essential read for practising psychiatrists and psychologists who work with early adolescents, along with academics and researchers interested in affective science or developmental psychology and psychopathology. Other professionals working with children and adolescents, including teachers, social workers, counsellors and family practice physicians will also find this a useful summary of scientific developments that are shedding light on the vulnerabilities and opportunities particular to this critical stage of life.

Book information

ISBN: 9780521869393
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 618.928527
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 362
Weight: 770g
Height: 163mm
Width: 237mm
Spine width: 22mm