Evidence-Based Psychotherapies for Children and Adolescents, Third Edition John R. Weisz and Alan E. Kazdin are English-language reference works suitable for professionals in mental health care. This book covers psychotherapies for children and adolescents based on scientific evidence.
As a standard reference for psychotherapies for children and adolescents, this third edition provides a thorough and up-to-date description of effective treatments. The chapters are compact and address specific therapy approaches. Developers of the methods discuss the theoretical background, the practical implementation per session, and the research findings regarding efficacy.
In addition, the book addresses current issues in the treatment of psychosocial problems in children and young people. New chapters cover, among other topics, assessment, personalization of therapies, developmental psychopathology, and recent developments in neuroscience.
Furthermore, attention is given to specific problems such as self-harm, suicidal behavior, and eating disorders, as well as to treatments such as the Early Start Denver Model and technology-assisted interventions. Implementation in complex care systems and international models are also discussed.
This study book aligns with topics such as psychotherapy, pediatrics, and general psychology, and is intended for professionals who work with children and adolescents.