Synopses & Reviews
Review
"This much-needed book makes a significant contribution to research-based theories of the etiologies of major mental health problems in children, adolescents and adults. It reaches beyond the symptom classification schemes that are more typically featured in abnormal child and adolescent psychology texts. Rather, the authors review and discuss current research on the developmental processes, contextual risks, and resources that affect individual vulnerabilities across the lifespan. This book's approach sets theories of developmental psychopathology in motion. It directs our attention to the diverse individual and environmental responses that can modify vulnerabilities to mental health problems, and makes targets for prevention and intervention programs immediately comprehensible. A unique text for graduate courses in psychology or psychiatry, the book provides detailed suggestions for future research that may well inspire our graduate students to add to this growing body of knowledge."--Bonnie Leadbeater, PhD, Department of Psychology and Youth and Society Research Group, University of Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
"In a time of increasing specificity, both for the diagnosis of psychopathology and its treatment, Ingram and Price invite us to step back and consider an alternative. Their emphasis on vulnerability as a dominant, cross-cutting conceptual framework demonstrates that there is still a role for general principles to inform our understanding of abnormal behavior. Readers will gain an appreciation for the broad trajectory of vulnerability processes that are laid down in childhood, and then expressed and treated in adulthood under the more common labels of depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. Whether for graduate or undergraduate study, students will find this book authoritative and impressive. Furthermore, because of its integrative lifespan focus, it will set the standard for psychopathology texts for years to come."--Zindel V. Segal, PhD, Professor of Psychiatry and Psychology, University of Toronto
"Vulnerability, psychopathology, and lifespan psychology are among the most thought-provoking and provocative research areas of the decade. Our knowledge about the causes of psychopathology has been advanced under the broad umbrella of vulnerability research, and the view taken from the lifespan perspective has contributed significantly to our understanding of causality, vulnerability, and resilience to psychopathology. Now Ingram and Price have succeeded in integrating these three big topics into one readable and timely text, featuring contributions from leading figures in the field."--Philip C. Kendall, PhD, Laura H. Carnell Professor of Psychology, Temple University
Review
"The best single source of information on vulnerability. Thoroughly revised and updated, the volume includes the latest research findings from studies using clinical, longitudinal, neurobiological, and genetic methods. It will prove to be an invaluable resource for mental health practitioners, students, and psychiatric residents."--Michael Thase, MD, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania "Outstanding! Ingram and Price have brought together leading investigators for this second edition of what was already the key text for understanding the etiologies of psychopathology from a lifespan, integrative perspective. This text is rich in theory and deep in research. It is an outstanding reference source for an advanced undergraduate course in abnormal, developmental, or child psychology, and a 'must' for any graduate student, professor, or serious investigator of psychopathology."--Thomas A. Widiger, PhD, T. Marshall Hahn Professor of Psychology, University of Kentucky
"For the second edition of this superb volume, Ingram and Price have once again assembled a stellar group of contributors to address the critically important concept of vulnerability to psychopathology over the life course. The authors are internationally recognized experts in their fields, and, as one would expect, the chapters are rich, coherent, and integrated into a strong conceptual framework. This is the only volume of its kind, presenting a comprehensive overview of vulnerability to different forms of psychopathology in children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly. This book is required reading for scientists or students who are interested in understanding factors that contribute to the development of psychopathology across the lifespan."--Ian H. Gotlib, PhD, Department of Psychology, Stanford University
Synopsis
Vulnerability has become the focal point of much theory and research in the study of psychopathology. Until now, however, work on child and adult disorders has largely been conducted separately, with little cross-communication of knowledge on risk factors across the lifespan. This important work brings together leading clinical researchers to lay the foundations for an integrative lifespan perspective on biological, psychological, and social-contextual processes of vulnerability. Filling a crucial need, the volume demonstrates ways that the vulnerability construct can lead to genuine progress in understanding not only the genesis of psychological symptoms, but also their prevention and treatment.
Synopsis
This state-of-the-art work has been highly praised for bridging the divide between adult and developmental psychopathology. The volume illuminates the interplay of biological, cognitive, affective, and social-environmental factors that place individuals at risk for psychological disturbance throughout development. Childhood-onset and adult forms of major disorders are examined in paired chapters by prominent clinical researchers. An integrative third chapter on each disorder then summarizes what is known about continuity and change in vulnerability across the lifespan. Implications for assessment, treatment, and prevention are also considered.
About the Author
Ingram bio needs updating--he's at University of Kansas as of 2004
Rick E. Ingram, PhD, is Professor of Psychology at Southern Methodist University. His research program focuses on cognitive functioning in emotional disorders and the association between cognitive functioning and vulnerability to depression. He is currently the editor of Cognitive Therapy and Research, and serves on the editorial boards of several other journals. Dr. Ingram's publications include Cognitive Vulnerability to Depression (coauthored with Jeanne Miranda and Zindel V. Segal). He has received the Distinguished Scientific Award of the American Psychological Association for Early Career Contributions to Psychology, as well as the New Researcher Award of the Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy.
Joseph M. Price, PhD, is Associate Professor of Psychology at San Diego State University, and a core faculty member in the San Diego State University/University of California at San Diego Joint Doctoral Training Program in Clinical Psychology. He is also an Associate Director at the San Diego Center for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Research. Dr. Price has published articles on the psychosocial development of maltreated children, and his current research interests include the prevention of behavior and adjustment problems in maltreated children and children in foster care.
Table of Contents
I. Foundations of the Vulnerability Approach to Psychopathology1. Understanding Psychopathology: The Role of Vulnerability,
Rick E. Ingram and
Joseph M. Price2. The Nature of Child and Adolescent Vulnerability: History and Definitions,
Joseph M. Price and
Jennifer Zwolinski3. The Nature of Adult Vulnerability: History and Definitions,
Rick E. Ingram and
Matthew W. GallagherII. Personality Disorders4. Developmental Pathways to Personality Disorders,
Tasha C. Geiger and
Nicki R. CrickIII. Clinical SyndromesSubstance Use Disorders5. Vulnerability to Substance Use Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence,
Laurie Chassin,
Iris Beltran,
Matthew Lee,
Moira Haller, and
Ian Villalta6. Vulnerability to Substance Use Disorders in Adulthood,
Michael J. Zvolensky,
Todd B. Kashdan,
Adam Gonzalez, and
Julianna Hogan7. Vulnerability to Substance Use Disorders across the Lifespan,
Laurie Chassin,
R. Lorraine Collins,
Jennifer Ritter,
Mariela C. Shirley,
Michael J. Zvolensky, and
Todd B. KashdanDepression8. Vulnerability to Depression in Childhood and Adolescence,
Judy Garber9. Vulnerability to Depression in Adulthood,
Constance L. Hammen,
Steven L. Bistricky, and
Rick E. Ingram10. Vulnerability to Depression across the Lifespan,
Constance L. Hammen,
Judy Garber, and
Rick E. IngramAnxiety Disorders11. Vulnerability to Anxiety Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence,
Vanessa L. Malcarne,
Ingunn Hansdottir, and
Erin L. Merz12. Vulnerability to Anxiety Disorders in Adulthood,
Hannah E. Reese,
Sadia Najmi, and
Richard J. McNally13. Vulnerability to Anxiety Disorders across the Lifespan,
Richard J. McNally,
Vanessa L. Malcarne,
Sadia Najmi,
Ingunn Hansdottir,
Hannah E. Reese, and
Erin L. MerzSchizophrenia14. Vulnerability to Schizophrenia in Childhood and Adolescence,
Patricia A. Brennan and
Elaine F. Walker15. Vulnerability to Schizophrenia in Adulthood,
Michael T. Compton and
Philip D. Harvey16. Vulnerability to Schizophrenia across the Lifespan,
Patricia A. Brennan and
Philip D. HarveyEating Disorders17. Vulnerability to Eating Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence,
Kamryn T. Eddy, Pamela K. Keel, and
Gloria R. Leon18. Vulnerability to Eating Disorders in Adulthood,
Jennifer J. Thomas,
Marlene B. Schwartz, and
Kelly D. Brownell19. Vulnerability to Eating Disorders across the Lifespan,
Pamela K. Keel,
Kamryn T. Eddy,
Jennifer J. Thomas, and
Marlene B. SchwartzIV. Summary and Future Directions of the Vulnerability Approach20. Future Directions in the Study of Vulnerability to Psychopathology,
Joseph M. Price and
Rick E. Ingram