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.

This book explores developmental changes occurring during the transition from childhood into early adolescence, to understand how vulnerability to depression develops.

About the Author
Nicholas B. Allen is Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne, Australia. Lisa B. Sheeber is a Senior Scientist at the Oregon Research Institute, USA.

Reviews
Review of the hardback: '... this book will be valuable to clinicians in bringing together a diverse set of research perspectives. For those intending further study, the references at the end of each chapter provide a comprehensive starting point.' Journal of the American Medical Association



Book Information
ISBN 9780521869393
Author Nicholas B. Allen
Format Hardback
Page Count 378
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 770g
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 161mm * 22mm