Child and Adolescent Studies Books
Attachment Theory Applied: Fostering Personal Growth through Healthy Relationships
In this compelling book, prominent investigators Mario Mikulincer and Phillip R. Shaver review the state of the science of attachment-based interventions in psychotherapy and beyond. They critically... (more)
Perspectives from a Psych-Oncology Team Working with Teenagers and Young Adults with Cancer: Thrown Off Course
Exploring the work of a Psych-Oncology Team in an inpatient and outpatient setting, this powerful, interesting, and engaging book is about teenagers and young adults diagnosed with cancer.
As... (more)
Therapeutic Conversations with Adolescents: Helping Teens in Therapy Thrive in an Ultra-Competitive, Screen-Saturated World
Therapeutic Conversations with Adolescents takes readers into the office of a seasoned therapist, where they can be a fly on the wall of live therapy sessions. Full of actual dialogue and the... (more)
The Women of Anna Freud's War Nurseries: Their Life and Work
In this volume, Christiane Ludwig-Körner describes the lives and work of the staff members of the War Nurseries set up and run by Anna Freud and Dorothy Burlingham during the Second World... (more)
Play Therapy Dimensions Model: New Insights for Integrative Play Therapists (3rd edition)
An updated take on a fundamental decision-making framework, this practical guide explores the dimensions of play therapy and how they apply to today's practitioner. In-depth case studies illustrate... (more)
The Seven Core Issues in Adoption and Permanency Workbook for Children and Teens: A Trauma-Informed Resource
Based on the pioneering Seven Core Issues model, this resource is an accessible and age-appropriate way to support children and teens who have experienced early adversity, to strengthen understanding... (more)
The Simple Guide to Emotional Neglect: What It Is and How to Help
What is emotional neglect? How does it affect children and the adults they become? What can we do to help?
In The Simple Guide to Emotional Neglect, Betsy de Thierry provides clarity and... (more)
The Psychological Impact of Boarding School: The Trunk in the Hall
The Psychological Impact of Boarding School is a collection of research-based essays answering a range of questions about boarding school and its long-term impact.
Through a combination of... (more)
Avenging Child Sex Abuse: Vigilante Violence in Prisons and the Community
This book explores the subjects of child sex abuse, flaws in the justice system, cultural support for vigilantism, prison violence, and the socio-legal philosophy of punishment. Child sex abuse... (more)
Introduction to the Psychology of Jean Piaget
Conceived as a manual, this book introduces the reader directly to the concepts and fundamental contributions of the work of the Swiss psychologist, Jean Piaget. The terms of ‘adaptation’,... (more)
When I Feel Angry: A Child's Guide to Understanding and Managing Moods
An interactive workbook for parents and children from the author of the bestselling titles Don't Worry, Be Happy: A Child's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety and You're a Star: A Child's Guide to... (more)
Trauma in Children and Young People: Reaching the Heart of the Matter
This book offers a unique combination of an in-depth examination of attachment, a refined and tested model of Needs Assessment and Therapeutic Treatment plans and applies it to specific contexts... (more)
Holdin Pott
A worn pressure cooker and a sweet little pot learn new ways of dealing with difficult feelings. Meet the Potts. Holdin Pott grew up learning to keep in feelings of sadness and anger. He is one tough... (more)
You Weren't With Me
Little Rabbit and Big Rabbit are together after a difficult separation, but even though they missed each other, Little Rabbit is not ready to cuddle up and receive Big Rabbit’s love. Little Rabbit... (more)
One Tree, Many Branches: The Practice of Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy
The book includes contributions from Audrey Adeyemi, Tasha Bailey, Kelly Brackett, Jamie Butterworth, Alix Hearn, Evania Inward, Irene Mburu, Sasha Morphitis, Magda Raczynska, Nadja Rolli, Zisi... (more)
Time to Think: The Inside Story of the Collapse of the Tavistock's Gender Service for Children
Time to Think goes behind the headlines to reveal the truth about the NHS’s flagship gender service for children.
The Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS), based at the Tavistock and... (more)
The Power of Discord: Why the Ups and Downs of Relationships Are the Secret to Building Intimacy, Resilience, and Trust
How can we create more meaningful and intimate connections with our loved-ones? By using moments of discord to strengthen our relationships, explains this original, deeply researched book.
You... (more)
The Spiritual Child: The New Science on Parenting for Health and Lifelong Thriving
In The Spiritual Child, psychologist Lisa Miller presents the next big idea in psychology: the science and the power of spirituality. She explains the clear, scientific link between spirituality and... (more)
Developmental Evaluation of Children and Adolescents: A Psychodynamic Guide
Developmental Evaluation of Children and Adolescents: A Psychodynamic Guide offers an in-depth, multiperspective analysis of any delays, regressions, or aberrations in a child’s developmental... (more)
Citizen Fetus: The Changing Image of Motherhood
This book discusses many aspects of fetuses and motherhood from fields as wide as sociology and medicine. It examines changing perceptions of the fetus over recent decades, comparing western ideas... (more)
Psychoanalytic Work with Children in Hospital
Psychoanalytic Work with Children in Hospital presents the experiences of a psychoanalyst working within a hospital paediatric department.
It explores the possibilities for applying... (more)
Prenatal Bonding Analysis: The Invisible Umbilical Cord
This book presents a novel psychoanalytic and psychotherapeutic method which enables expectant mothers to establish communication with their unborn babies.
After an exploration of the root... (more)
Systemic Perspectives in Mental Health, Social Work and Youth Care: A Relational Compass
Systemic Perspectives in Mental Health, Social Work and Youth Care describes the theoretical foundations of a systemic framework, or ‘systemic lens’, and how the counsellor, therapist, social worker... (more)
Hidden Treasure: A Map to the Child's Inner Self
This classic edition of Violet Oaklander’s groundbreaking book presents her pioneering approach to engaging with children who enter therapy. A new introduction by Peter Mortola reflects on the ways... (more)
Relationship-based Treatment of Children and their Parents: An Integrative Guide to Neurobiology, Attachment, Regulation, and Discipline
Children and families burdened with attachment disruption, emotional distress, or psychological disorders need effective and immediate assistance. They do not have the time to wait for long-term... (more)
A Study into Infant Mental Health: Drawing together Perspectives of International Research, Theory, and Practical Intervention
This book is a study of infant mental health which blends knowledge and understanding from three perspectives: international research, theory, and intervention. The volume increases awareness of the... (more)
Shadow Monsters and Courageous Hearts: Stories of Recovery to Empower and Inspire
Have you ever wanted to understand more about mental health difficulties, such as trauma, OCD, attachment, shame and grief, but been put off by lengthy, academic texts? Have you ever wanted to start... (more)
Educational Neuroscience: The Basics
Educational Neuroscience: The Basics is an engaging introduction to this emerging, interdisciplinary field. It explains how the brain works and its priorities for learning, and shows how educational... (more)
The Infinite Infantile and the Psychoanalytic Task: Psychoanalysis with Children, Adolescents and their Families
The Infinite Infantile and the Psychoanalytic Task is a fascinating collection of essays that proposes to restore and elaborate original conceptions of the complexity of mental processes in the early... (more)