Internalizing and externalizing expressions of dysfunction

Rochester Symposium on Developmental Psychopathology (2nd 1988 University of Rochester)

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Internalizing and externalizing expressions of dysfunction

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rochester Symposium on Developmental Psychopathology (2nd 1988 University of Rochester)

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Here's a secret: sometimes kids have feelings and behaviors that are hard to understand, like storms inside their minds. These hidden struggles can make everyday life tricky, but that's only the beginning of discovering how to help and heal.

Themes

Child DevelopmentPsychological HealthEmotional ChallengesBehavioral Disorders

Quick Assessment

This book explores the complex emotional and behavioral challenges children may face, focusing on internalizing and externalizing symptoms of dysfunction. It is intended for middle-grade readers and provides insight into child psychopathology in an accessible way, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note that it addresses serious psychological topics but in a manner appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

312 pages
ISBN
9780805809336
Pages
312
Publisher
Psychology Press
Published
1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Child PsychopathologyCongressesConduct Disorders in ChildrenAffective Disorders in ChildrenChild Behavior DisordersChild Development DisordersMental DisordersIn Infancy & ChildhoodPsychopathologyInfantKinderenPsychische StoornissenGedragsstoornissenDevelopmental DisabilitiesChildDevelopmental PsychologyMental IllnessPathological PsychologyChildrenInfantsEnfantsCongrèsPsychopathologieTroubles Du Comportement Chez L'enfantTroubles Affectifs Chez L'enfantMaladies MentalesNourrissonsMedicalGynecology & Obstetrics