This practical book uses an Eriksonian emphasis as a springboard into the universe of research and theory that makes up the study of child development. Every chapter examines the intricate way in which the lives of developing children are interwoven with the influence of adults and larger social institutions. And, throughout the book, the authors' blend of storytelling, detail, research studies, examples, and explanations bring the study of child development to life! In addition, as you work through the book's "Notebook Page" exercises, you will have an opportunity to think about issues of development from a personal viewpoint and to write about the material in relation to your own beliefs, past experiences, and current observations.
Adolescents often become involved with drugs that impair their ability to learn at school and are connected with reckless, or deadly, behavior. Alcohol is the most popular drug on high school (and college) campuses (Johnston ...
With all of this, the book itself is at just the right length and level of coverage to fit comfortably in a single-term, undergraduate-level Developmental Psychology course.
This book represents a comprehensive examination of loneliness in childhood and adolescence.
A major study on childhood and adolescent friendships.
"This authoritative, engaging work examines the key role of relationships in child and adolescent development, from the earliest infant-caregiver transactions to peer interactions, friendships, and romantic partnerships.
Authors David R. Shaffer and Katherine Kipp provide you with a current and comprehensive overview of child and adolescent development, written in clear, concise language that talks "to" you rather than "at" you.
... 118 Mowbray, Carol T., 521 Mpofu, Elias, 341 Müller, Fabiola, 109 Müller, Gerd B., 55 Müller, Ulrich, 228 Mullis, ... 138 Nakazawa, Jun, 390 Narberhaus,Ana, 102 Neal, David T., 41 Neave, Nick, 100 Needham, Belinda, 482 Neiderhiser, ...
Childhood and Adolescence: Voyages in Development
The book draws on highly detailed longitudinal studies, conducted over 24 years (20 in London and 4 in Singapore). Line drawings and photographs are used to illustrate important concepts.
Although initially developed as a targeted preventive intervention implemented in schools, Coping Power has also been delivered as a treatment for clinic-referred children with CP (e.g., van de Wiel et al., 2007). Coping Power can be ...