Resilience and Vulnerability: Adaptation in the Context of Childhood Adversities

by Suniya S. Luthar (Editor)

Childhood resilience is the phenomenon of positive adaptation despite significant life adversities. While interest in resilience has burgeoned in recent years, considerable uncertainty remains regarding 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.

608 pages, Paperback

First published May 5, 2003

Reviews

[Mere · Rating 5 out of 5]

The editor took me out to lunch and basically gave me some of the best advice about surviving graduate school and early-career academia ever.