: Development typically follows an orderly path.
: Mental health issues are seen as straying from that normal path. Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology: A Dev...
The text is a prominent textbook, primarily authored by Linda Wilmshurst , that explores how psychological disorders emerge from deviations in normal growth paths. Core Framework: The Developmental Perspective : Development typically follows an orderly path
: Diverse theories (e.g., biological, cognitive, social) are needed to understand the complexities of behavior. Key Concepts and Tools ABNORMAL CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHOLOGY primarily authored by Linda Wilmshurst
Rather than viewing disorders as static "diseases," this perspective treats them as dynamic processes. The book is built on five recurring themes:
: Individual, interpersonal, contextual, and cultural factors constantly interact to shape a child's path.