Handbook of Infant Mental Health

by Charles H. Zeanah Jr., Charles H. Zeanah Jr. MD (Editor)

Grounded in a relational view of infancy, this volume offers a comprehensive analysis of developmental, clinical, and social aspects of mental health from birth to age 3. Essential topics addressed include models of development, neurobiology, the family and cultural contexts of infant mental health, and frequently encountered disorders of infancy. Assessment and intervention are discussed in depth, with coverage of practitioner-based models of psychotherapy as well as programmatic approaches to prevention and early intervention. Also covered are important issues related to family and social policy, such as the effects on infant development of early child care and parental divorce.

Genres: Mental Health, Nonfiction, Psychology

588 pages, Hardcover

First published May 21, 1993

Reviews

[David Jones · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book provides what seems to be the briefest possible summary of any specific disorder/diagnosis. Perhaps that conciseness serves a purpose, but the purpose certainly isn't to provide a profound insight or extend knowledge.

[Elizabeth Webber · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was useful in graduate school and is even more useful in practice. I use this book regularly in my work as an infant mental health specialist and I recommend it often to coworkers.