Working with Adolescents: A Guide for Practitioners

This book provides a comprehensive view of adolescent development and explores effective ways to support teens who are having difficulties, with 60% new material and a social justice orientation. It includes current research on brain development, resilience, gender diversity, mental health care, and Generation Z.

Format: Hardback
Length: 362 pages
Publication date: 17 June 2021
Publisher: Guilford Publications

This accessible text and practitioner resource, renowned for its multisystemic-ecological perspective, has undergone a comprehensive revision and expansion, boasting a remarkable 60% new material. It offers a comprehensive exploration of adolescent development, providing valuable insights into effective strategies for supporting teens facing challenges. The authors delve into the diverse contexts of adolescents' lives, encompassing individual attributes, family, school, neighborhood, and media influences. They examine both protective and risk factors, emphasizing their significance in understanding the complexities of adolescent development.

Assessment and intervention strategies are showcased through a rich array of case examples, emphasizing a social justice orientation. Useful pedagogical features include end-of-chapter reflection questions and concise chapter summaries, making the text both engaging and informative.

New to this edition, the book incorporates the latest research on brain development, resilience, gender diversity, mental health care, and other relevant topics. Chapters on new subjects such as the adolescent brain, trauma, suicide, and self-injury have been added, offering valuable perspectives on these critical issues. Furthermore, chapters on substance use, queer youth, justice-involved youth, and the joys of working with adolescents have been thoroughly rewritten to reflect the unique contexts and challenges faced by Generation Z.

By incorporating this revised and expanded edition, practitioners, educators, and anyone interested in adolescent development will have a valuable resource at their fingertips. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex terrain of adolescent growth, equipping individuals with the knowledge and tools to support and empower young individuals during their crucial years.

Weight: 638g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781462546152
Edition number: 2 New edition