Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years

Emotional and Behavioral Problems of Young Children: Effective Interventions in the Preschool and Kindergarten Years
ISBN-10
1572308613
ISBN-13
9781572308619
Category
Psychology
Pages
176
Language
English
Published
2003-03-28
Publisher
Guilford Press
Authors
Gretchen Gimpel Peacock, Melissa L. Holland, Gretchen A. Gimpel

Description

This indispensable book provides hands-on tools and resources for addressing common emotional and behavioral problems in preschool and kindergarten-age children. The focus is on evidence-based interventions that are practical and effective, and that help prevent the development of more serious difficulties later on. The clinician is taken step by step through managing everything from toileting, eating, and sleep problems to externalizing disorders, internalizing disorders, and the effects of physical or sexual abuse. A variety of assessment methods are demonstrated and guidelines provided for planning and implementing a range of home- and school-based interventions. Conveniently designed in a large-size format for ease of photocopying, the volume contains over 30 reproducible parent handouts and other clinical tools. Key Features *Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for success in later years *Includes practical interventions for use with parents *Many reproducible handouts and tools are provided Photocopy Rights The Publisher grants individual book purchasers nonassignable permission to reproduce selected materials in this book for professional use. For details and limitations, see copyright page.

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