Group therapy with children and adolescents
Paul Kymissis, David A. Halperin
Group therapy with children and adolescents
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Paul Kymissis, David A. Halperin
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
Voices rise in the therapy room as kids and teens share their deepest thoughts, facing challenges together. Suddenly, a new problem shakes the group — will they find a way through it?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book offers an in-depth look at group therapy techniques for children and adolescents, exploring a variety of clinical approaches and their effectiveness. It covers sensitive topics such as eating disorders, suicidal thoughts, and substance abuse, making it suitable for older middle-grade readers with guidance. Parents should be aware that the content involves complex emotional and social issues handled in a clinical context.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780880486545
- Pages
- 405
- Publisher
- American Psychiatric Publishing
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction