Developmental Psychopathology offers a comprehensive introduction to the evolving scientific field that focuses on the interactions between normal and abnormal development in humans.

The authors – experienced academics, researchers, and mental health professionals – provide scientific knowledge and clinical practices aimed at a broad and deep understanding of mental health issues (definition, characteristics, developmental course, etiology, diagnosis/evaluation, prevention, intervention, and relevant international research).

The chapters of the book cover traditional approaches to psychopathology, developmental psychopathology, normal development and insecure attachment, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, antisocial behavior, anxiety and depressive disorders, suicide, substance use disorders, schizophrenia, emerging personality disorders, abuse, as well as divorce, separation, and parental loss.

Developmental Psychopathology is an ideal textbook for teaching in advanced undergraduate or graduate courses related to psychology, psychopathology, clinical psychology, and child and adolescent psychiatry, as well as exploring the relationship between family dynamics and other developmental contexts with psychopathology.

Initial editing: Jack M. Fletcher, Peter Fonagy, Carla Sharp, Amanda Venta