Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology

Rita Wicks-Nelson

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Abnormal Child and Adolescent Psychology

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rita Wicks-Nelson

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

A young girl sits frozen in class as her heart pounds—why can't she stop the noises in her head? Around her, whispers spread, and the teacher’s eyes narrow with concern. What secret is she hiding, and can anyone help before things spiral out of control?

Themes

Behavior DisordersMental HealthFamilyFriendshipIdentity & Self-Discovery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores behavior disorders in children, offering insight into the challenges faced by young individuals with psychological differences. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story touches on emotional struggles and behavior issues in a sensitive manner. Parents should be aware that it deals with complex psychological themes appropriate for readers ready to engage with mental health topics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Mental Health
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

576 pages
ISBN
9780205953684
Pages
576
Publisher
Pearson
Published
2013
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Behavior Disorders in ChildrenChild PsychiatryPsychoneurosesMedicalPsychologyPsychology & PsychiatryPsychiatryPsychopathologyChildren, Counseling ofPsychology, PathologicalComportement, Troubles Du, Chez L'enfantKinderpsychotherapieJugendpsychotherapieKindJugendPsychische StörungBarnpsykologiBarn- Och Ungdomspsykiatri