Pediatric Epidemiology

This comprehensive resource consolidates 25 years of research in pediatric epidemiology into a single reference, bringing together insights from an international team of world-renowned pediatric epidemiologists. Each contributor provides a consistent, evidence-based approach to understanding the biological factors, patterns of occurrence, risk factors, and impact of interventions for a wide spectrum of childhood disorders. The book covers both traditional childhood morbidities—such as infections, birth defects, asthma, and cerebral palsy—and emerging challenges, including emotional and behavioral disorders, intentional and unintentional injuries, and suicide. Its interdisciplinary approach bridges pediatrics and epidemiology, making it a valuable tool for clinicians, researchers, and public health professionals alike.

Key Features

• Comprehensive coverage of childhood disorders: Includes perinatal, infectious, mental/behavioral, injury/violence, and chronic disorders.
• Evidence-based insights: Reviews the biology, epidemiology, risk factors, and intervention outcomes for each disorder.
• Global expertise: Contributions from international leaders in pediatric epidemiology, ensuring authoritative and diverse perspectives.
• Addresses old and new morbidity: Covers both traditional childhood diseases and modern public health challenges such as mental health, injury, and suicide.
• Interdisciplinary approach: Combines pediatric clinical knowledge with epidemiologic methods, allowing readers to understand disorders from multiple angles.
• Wide audience applicability: Useful for pediatricians, epidemiologists, nurses, therapists, health administrators, and maternal-child health professionals.
• Structured and accessible: Organized into five thematic parts, making it easy to locate information and compare disorders systematically.