Resilience and Vulnerability Adaptation in the Context of Childhood Adversities

Childhood resilience is the phenomenon of positive adaptation despite significant life adversities. While interest in resilience has burgeoned in recent years, considerable uncertainty remains about what research has revealed about this phenomenon. Integrated in this book are contributions from leading scientists who have studied children's adjustment across risks common in contemporary society. Chapters in the first half of the book focus on risks emanating from the family, and in the second half, on risks stemming from the wider community. The concluding chapter integrates the evidence presented to determine considerations for future research, and directions for interventions and social policies.Luthar, Suniya S. is the author of 'Resilience and Vulnerability Adaptation in the Context of Childhood Adversities', published 2003 under ISBN 9780521001618 and ISBN 0521001617.