Affect Regulation and the Development of Psychopathology

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Focusing on affect regulation, this groundbreaking work explores the vulnerabilities that lead to mental illness and emotional distress. It synthesizes extensive psychological and neurobiological research to reveal how functional strategies for regulating emotions can be compromised in children. By integrating biological and psychodynamic perspectives, the book offers valuable insights into the development of psychopathology, with significant implications for research, prevention, and therapeutic approaches.