Child Psychology Development in a Changing Society

Name: Child Psychology Development in a Changing Society
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ISBN: 9780471706496

ISBN-10: 0471706493

ISBN-13: 9780471706496

Edition: 5th 2008

Authors: Robin Harwood, Scott A. Miller, Ross Vasta

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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.

Book details

List price: $252.95
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/3/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 800
Size: 8.40" wide x 11.00" long x 1.50" tall
Weight: 4.202
Language: English




Understanding the Contexts of Child Development



Frameworks for Development



Studying Child Development and its Contexts



The Biological Context of Development



Contexts of Physical Development



Prenatal Development, Birth, and the Newborn



Early Capacities in Infancy



The Brain, Physical Growth, and Health



Contexts of Cognitive Development



Piaget and Vygotsky



Information Processing and Core Knowledge Approaches



Intelligence and Schooling



Language and Communication



Contexts of Social and Emotional Development



Social and Emotional Worlds of Infants and Young Children



Self and Identity



Sex Differences and Gender Role Development



Moral Development



Relationships with Peers



Families and Society