Emotional and Behavioral Disorders: Theory and Practice [Hardcover]

Margaret Cecil Coleman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 28, 1995 | ISBN-10: 0205166326 | ISBN-13: 978-0205166329 | Edition: 3 Sub

An introductory text in emotional and behavioural disorders that contains chapters on: the history of the field; models of disturbance; identification; assessment; and internalizing and externalizing disorders.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“In all, the authors have produced an excellent introductory text that provides an excellent introductory text that provides a knowledge base for beginning teachers.” —Sarup R. Mathur, Arizona State University

--This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

From the Back Cover

An introductory book in Emotional and Behavioral Disorders that contains chapters on the history of the field, models of disturbance, identification, assessment, and internalizing and externalizing disorders. The book presents several models then adopts a systems (ecological) approach.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 416 pages
• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon; 3 Sub edition (July 28, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205166326
• ISBN-13: 978-0205166329
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,262,583 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great "Encyclopedia" for information!, June 3, 2009

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Counselor Nana (North Carolina) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Emotional and Behavioral Disorders: Theory and Practice (4th Edition) (Hardcover)

If you are a practicing counselor, this book is so useful as a resource for disorders. I find it very handy when I am writing reports and when I am doubtful about a disorder. The theory is good, but the practice is fantastic!!

I would never think a person would want to read such a book for light reading or sheer enjoyment, but for a great addition to your personal research library, it is really good.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars EBD textbook review, March 23, 2008

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Janie Roy (Lansing, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Emotional and Behavioral Disorders: Theory and Practice (5th Edition) (Hardcover)

This was my textbook for a class on EBD. The chapters are kinda long and took me a long time to read, but the information is great. I wouldn't even say it's hard to read, it's just a lot to digest. There is a lot of info on the theoretical models (a chapter on each) and educational applications for each. There is also a chapter each on internalizing and externalizing disorder which covers depression, anxiety, ADHD, and conduct disorder. The chapter on adolescence talks about sex, drugs, etc, transition planning and behavior strategies. The last chapter deals with youth violence, PBS, specific academic intervention (and RTI) and inclusion. Overall I'd say this is a good book, not too hard to read, with lots of good info. But if you're looking for something to just sit down and read this wouldn't be my choice.

1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Emotional & Behavioral Disorders: Theory and Practice Review, October 3, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Emotional and Behavioral Disorders: Theory and Practice (Hardcover)

This book is very "dry," and it's hard to get through one chapter without yawning a few times. However, you do learn a lot. I do not recommend this book if you're reading it "just for fun!"