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Brings together a selection of influential and informative English language refereed journal articles on children in out-of-home care, their birth relatives, and carers. This volume includes an introductory chapter reviewing the state of knowledge on children in care and drawing attention to other important sources not included as chapters.

Brings together evidence relating to the health and development of children in the global South. Suitable for students, scientists, policy makers and practitioners in economically developing countries, this book deals with the effects of catastrophe, disease, war and poverty on children's development.

Discusses what works in reducing impairments to children's health and development. This book covers policy and practice proven to change the lives of all children, and extends also to effective programmes targeted at children with specific disorders.

Presents a foundation for understanding influences on children's health and development. This book sets out the basic concepts that underpin the study of child development and response to impairments to development, including attachment, changes in brain structure, and resilience.