Synopses & Reviews
In this comprehensive overview, readers will gain a better understanding of the various theories, perspectives, and research that characterize contemporary themes in child development. The book uses a contextual approach to examine the biological, cognitive, social, and emotional foundations of child development. Special attention is paid throughout to the contexts in which development occurs, including families and the larger culture, and how these intersect with our changing society.
Synopsis
This new fifth edition captures the excitement and relevance of child psychology at the beginning of the 21st century; a theme that is exemplified in the text's new subtitle: Child Development in a Changing Society. In addition to extensive research coverage, each chapter includes an additional section that relates the chapter subject to social and cultural contexts, or implications of research for social policy, public practice, or societal change. This new edition places children, child development, and the contexts in which development occurs at the center of the discourse. Thus, this edition has a strong balance of theory, research, and real-world application.
Synopsis
Building on the strengths that have made it successful through three editions, this new Fourth Edition update presents a topical approach with an up-to-date, accurate, and balanced treatment of child psychology. In every respect-organization, emphases, and new material-this edition represents the most thorough-going revision of Child Psychology yet.
Synopsis
This book presents a topical approach with an up-to-date, accurate, and balanced treatment of child psychology. In every respect-organization, context, and new material-this edition represents the most thorough-going review of Child Psychology yet. Examining key contexts such as the biological, sociocultural, and cognitive approaches, the text offers a comprehensive look at the contemporary thinking in the field.
Synopsis
In this comprehensive overview, readers will gain a better understanding of the various theories, perspectives, and research that characterize contemporary themes in child development. The book uses a contextual approach to examine the biological, cognitive, social, and emotional foundations of child development. Special attention is paid throughout to the contexts in which development occurs, including families and the larger culture, and how these intersect with our changing society.
About the Author
Robin Harwoodis a Research Scientist at the University of Connecticut, Department of Anthropology, and a Faculty Associate, Psychology Department, Ruhr University, Bochum, Germany.
Scott A. Milleris a Professor at the University of Florida. He is a member of the American Psychological Association - Division of Developmental Psychology.
Table of Contents
Part I. Understanding the Contexts of Child Development.
1. Frameworks for Development.
2. Studying Child Development and its Contexts.
3. The Biological Context of Development.
Part II. Contexts of Physical Development.
4. Prenatal Development, Birth, and the Newborn.
5. Early Capacities in Infancy.
6. The Brain, Physical Growth, and Health.
Part III Contexts of Cognitive Development.
7. Piaget and Vygotsky.
8. Information Processing and Core Knowledge Approaches.
9. Intelligence and Schooling.
10. Language and Communication.
Part IV. Contexts of Social and Emotional Development.
11. Social and Emotional Worlds of Infants and Young Children.
12. Self and Identity.
13. Sex Differences and Gender Role Development.
14. Moral Development.
15. Relationships with Peers.
16. Families and Society.