Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Common Early Childhood Behavior Problems.- Chapter 2: Early Childhood Development Theories.- Chapter 3: The Prevention Model and Problem Solving.- Chapter 4: Screening Techniques.- Chapter 5: Evidence-Based Practices with Children and their Caregivers.- Chapter 6: Behavioral Terms and Principles.- Chapter 7: Applying Principles of Behavior.- Chapter 8: Progress Monitoring.- Chapter 9: Evaluating Outcomes.- Chapter 10: Summary & Conclusions of Best Practices in Providing Services for YCCB.- Appendix A: Developmental Milestones References.- Appendix B: ABC Chart for Determining a Behavior’s Function.- Appendix C: HOT DOCS Behavior Chart.- Appendix D: Graphing by Hand.- Glossary of Terms.- References.

About the Author

Kathleen Hague Armstrong, Ph.D., is a professor of Pediatrics at the University of South Florida College of Medicine, licensed psychologist and President of Florida Association of Infant Mental Health. She has extensive experience working with young children and families with behavioral issues, graduate teaching, and has authored several articles and book chapters on early childhood issues and parenting.

Julia A. Ogg, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the School Psychology Program the University of South Florida, and is trained in recognized evidence-based programs including The Incredible Years and Parent Child Interaction Therapy.

Ashley N. Sundman-Wheat, B.A., is completing her doctoral internship in Pediatrics and School Psychology and has extensive work experiences in early childhood settings, such as Head Start.

Audra St. John Walsh, M.S., is completing her doctoral training in School Psychology, and comes with a strong background in early intervention. She is a licensed  Infant/Toddler Developmental Specialist.

Reviews

From the reviews:“This text is written in really simple language, and balances the practical needs of practitioners with evidence-based intervention techniques. … Really very useful for clinicians and college students. A great resource to keep on the bookshelf as a quick reference guide.” (CouragePsyc, couragepsyc.blogspot.com.au, March, 2014)