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Families of Children with Developmental Disabilities
David W. Carroll
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Description for Families of Children with Developmental Disabilities
Hardback. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: JFFG; JMF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 590.
This book surveys the most recent empirical research on families of children with disabilities and provides guidelines and strategies for the developmental and family psychologists who support these clients.
Parents of children with disabilities confront a number of challenges and may be at risk for depressive or trauma-related symptoms. Changes in family roles and routines can cause stress for parents, siblings, and extended family alike as they confront multiple issues, including behavioral problems and frequent healthcare needs. Despite such challenges, many families derive a sense of meaning from facing their difficulties in a positive way.
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This book surveys the most recent empirical research on families of children with disabilities and provides guidelines and strategies for the developmental and family psychologists who support these clients.
Parents of children with disabilities confront a number of challenges and may be at risk for depressive or trauma-related symptoms. Changes in family roles and routines can cause stress for parents, siblings, and extended family alike as they confront multiple issues, including behavioral problems and frequent healthcare needs. Despite such challenges, many families derive a sense of meaning from facing their difficulties in a positive way.
The ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
American Psychological Association United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
Number of Pages
237
Place of Publication
Washington DC, United States
ISBN
9781433813290
SKU
V9781433813290
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Ref
99-1
About David W. Carroll
David W. Carroll, PhD, is professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin–Superior, where he taught courses in cognitive and developmental psychology and the history of psychology, and won awards for teaching, scholarship, and service. He received a bachelor's degree in psychology and philosophy from the University of California at Davis and a master's and doctorate in experimental and developmental psychology ... Read more
Reviews for Families of Children with Developmental Disabilities
“This book will be a very valuable resource for all of those professionals who treat, counsel, or engage in therapy with families of children with developmental disabilities” - PsycCRITIQUES®