An evidence-based guide to the assessment
and treatment of childhood
depression with a focus on a family-based
approach
• Up-to-date overview of the
evidence-
base
• Step-by-step guidance of a family-focused
treatment
• Downloadable handouts for clinical
practice
This volume in the Advances in Psychotherapy
series provides the reader with
an up-to-date, evidence-based introduction
to the assessment and treatment
of childhood depression, including
major depressive disorder, persistent
depressive disorder, disruptive mood
dysregulation, and adjustment disorders.
After exploring the latest knowledge
on the diagnosis, course, theories,
and contributing factors of childhood
depression, the author presents a stepby-
step description of family-focused
treatment for childhood depression
(FFT-CD), which integrates CBT and
family therapy goals.