Handbook of Attachment, Second Edition: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications [Hardcover]

Jude Cassidy PhD (Editor), Phillip R. Shaver PhD (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 20, 2008 | ISBN-10: 1593858744 | ISBN-13: 978-1593858742 | Edition: Second Edition

From foremost authorities, this comprehensive work is more than just the standard reference on attachment-it has “become indispensable” in the field. Coverage includes the origins and development of attachment theory; biological and evolutionary perspectives; and the role of attachment processes in personality, relationships, and mental health across the lifespan.

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"The growth of attachment theory and research continues apace. The first edition of the Handbook of Attachment was a great help for scholarship and teaching. With this second edition, it has become indispensable. Show me a similar volume in any other field that so artfully integrates work on behavior, cognition, and emotion across such a wide range of ages and contexts! This is exactly what John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth hoped to set in train."—Everett Waters, PhD, Department of Psychology, Stony Brook University

 

"This revised, thoroughly up-to-date volume documents the vibrancy and extraordinary breadth of attachment theory. No other theory has such an extensive conceptual span—from biology and lifespan development to emotion, relationships, psychopathology, and interventions. This volume is a 'must read' for graduate students and scholars who want to keep up with attachment theory's explosive run through the human sciences."—Harry Reis, PhD, Department of Clinical and Social Sciences in Psychology, University of Rochester

 

"Destined to become a classic reference work in the field. All chapters are completely updated, and important new topics have been added that make this an even more compelling volume than its predecessor. This book belongs in the library of professionals and graduate students in developmental and clinical psychology, pediatrics, and psychiatry."—Dante Cicchetti, PhD, McKnight Presidential Chair and Professor, Institute of Child Development and Department of Psychiatry, University of Minnesota

 

"From its first appearance, the Handbook defied superlatives and instantly established itself as the attachment 'bible,' which no self-respecting child development researcher, couple counselor, or progressive psychotherapist could afford to be without. This new edition surpasses even its predecessor, with stellar contributors combining cutting-edge research findings and penetrating clinical observation. The ever-expanding field of attachment is here comprehensively charted and monitored with awe-inspiring elegance and concision."—Jeremy Holmes, MD, FRCPsych, Professor of Psychological Therapies, University of Exeter, UK

"An essential reference for researchers who focus on attachment, but it also has tremendous relevance for clinicians who are interested in the biological, cognitive, and emotional underpinnings of interpersonal relationships, psychopathology, the process of therapy with different clients, and therapeutic change....The chapter authors are all experts, and many are leading researchers in the areas they review....Cuts across disciplines to discuss a wide range of issues relevant to clinicians, and as the title indicates, attempts to pull out the clinical applications in each area....Very interesting reading for clinicians and researchers who wish to understand theory and empirical research relevant to client conceptualization and treatment."--Behavior Therapist
 

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"This excellent book is a comprehensive look at the classic theory of attachment. It masterfully weaves theory and research with clinical practice. If you want to know about attachment, this is the book to have....This new edition is certainly justified. It has been almost 10 years since the publication of the previous edition of this book and the field has advanced, especially in the area of neuroscience and behavioral genetics."--Doody''s Review Service

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About the Author

Jude Cassidy, PhD, is Professor of Psychology at the University of Maryland and Director of the Maryland Child and Family Development Laboratory. Her research focuses on attachment, social and emotional development in children and adolescents, social information processing, peer relations, and early intervention. Dr. Cassidy serves as coeditor of the journal Attachment and Human Development. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Society, and received a Boyd R. McCandless Young Scientist Award from the American Psychological Association.

Phillip R. Shaver, PhD, is Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Davis. He has published several books and over 200 journal articles and book chapters. Dr. Shaver's research focuses on attachment, human motivation and emotion, close relationships, personality development, and the effects of meditation on behavior and brain. He is a fellow of both the American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science. He received a Distinguished Career Award from the International Association for Relationship Research and is currently President of that organization.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1020 pages
• Publisher: The Guilford Press; Second Edition edition (August 20, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1593858744
• ISBN-13: 978-1593858742
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.5 x 2.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #598,789 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Handbook of Attachment, Second Edition: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications, September 8, 2009

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I struggled with buying this book versus using the funds for a conference. I'm so glad I chose the book purchase. I have referred to it repeatedly when planning class lectures, while searching for the latest research for training curricula, or for enriching my knowledge of a theory or concept. It's large, unwieldy, expensive, and worth all the trouble!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding resource for my dissertation writing process!, June 26, 2010

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This review is from: Handbook of Attachment, Second Edition: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications (Hardcover)

I highly recommend this book for anyone interested in the history and progress of attachment theory. The editors are experts in the field and have organized decades worth of literature in a comprehensible manner. The chapter authors were careful to include the pros and cons of certain approaches in addition to their thoughtful summaries. All in all, a great resource book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars completely comprehensive book, March 8, 2011

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This review is from: Handbook of Attachment, Second Edition: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications (Paperback)

Having read dozens and dozens or books related to attachment, I can say that I wish I had found this first. This is a comprehensive summary of nearly all the major applications and research related to attachment. It exposes the reader to numerous authors and researchers in the field, and each article has its own reference list, so finding the additional sources is painless. There is a little built in redundancy on certain aspects of the history of attachment theory, which is to be expected, but some of the research is just marvelous. I found myself ordering other books by some of the contributors, because these articles are so interesting. For any dissertation or clinical reports, this is a go-to source for attachment. The index is also incredible, and whoever compiled it should be proud.