Stress, risk, and resilience in children and adolescents
Robert J. Haggerty, Lonnie R. Sherrod, Norman Garmezy, Michael Rutter
Stress, risk, and resilience in children and adolescents
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Processes, Mechanisms, and Interventions
by Robert J. Haggerty, Lonnie R. Sherrod, Norman Garmezy, Michael Rutter
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
What happens when life throws many challenges at kids and teens all at once? Imagine feeling stressed but finding a secret strength inside you that helps you bounce back. How do some kids manage to stay strong even when things get tough?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book explores the complex causes of behavioral and emotional challenges in children and adolescents, emphasizing the interplay of multiple risk factors and the concept of resilience. It provides an in-depth look at how children cope with stress and the role of sociocultural influences, making it suitable for older middle-grade readers interested in psychology. While it is informative, parents should note that the content is more academic and may require guidance for younger readers.
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
- 9780521441469
- Pages
- 417
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Published
- 1994
- Type
- Fiction