Children and Behavioural Problems: Anxiety, Aggression, Depression and ADHD - A Biopsychological Model with Guidelines for Diagnostics and Treatment

by Martine Delfos

Overview

In this wide-reaching and comprehensive book psychologist Martine F. Delfos provides practical guidance on the diagnosis, support and treatment of a variety of childhood behavioural problems, including anxiety problems, aggression, depression and ADHD. Presenting a useful and compelling model of the interplay of environment, disposition and central nervous system development, Delfos shows how differences in brain structure between the sexes may have a part to play in behavioural problems in children and adolescents. Children and Behavioural Problems is an essential resource for teachers, psychologists, social workers and other professionals working with children, as well as for parents seeking to support their children with special needs throughout their development.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781843101963
Publisher:	Kingsley, Jessica Publishers
Publication date:	07/20/2004
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	6.26(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.63(d)

About the Author

Martine F. Delfos PhD is a psychologist who works with clients with a broad spectrum of behavioural problems. She is the author of several books in the field of child psychology, autism and behavioural difficulties. She is committed to the development of theoretical models that are directly applicable in the daily work of professionals.

Table of Contents

Preface. 1. Introduction. PART I: The Model. 2. Disorder versus Impediment. 3. Differences between Men and Women. 4. Conduct Difficulties: The Conduct Disorder. 5. Conduct Difficulties: The Conduct Problem. 6. The Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). 7. Typical Behaviour. PART II: Professional Help. 8. Diagnostics. 9. The Treatment of an Externalising Conduct Disorder. 10. The Treatment of an Internalising Conduct Disorder. 11. The Treatment of Externalising and Internalising Conduct Problems. 12. The Treatment of ADHD and Hyperactivity. Appendix 1: Psychosomatics Model. Appendix 2: Behaviour Contract. References and Further Reading. Subject Index. Author Index.

Editorial Reviews

There is a wealth of information and learning displayed in this book. Delfos is particularly good at drawing together research data to support a biopsychological approach to children's behaviour problems, and for that alone it is worth reading.

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