Maton (director, Human Services Psychology PhD Program, University of Maryland-Baltimore County) brings together leading social scientists to discuss what helps or hinders healthy human development. Contributors describe programs that help strengthen families and communities affected by violence, abuse, neglect, and other obstacles to development. Each chapter is coauthored by scholars with complementary strengths, bringing together expertise in the psychosocial aspects of an issue and expertise in social policy. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR More Reviews and Recommendations

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