Child & Developmental Psychology

Drawing from discussions that pulled together child researchers working near the borders of Mexico, the United States and Canada, this book explore...

Nothing is more synonymous with the twenty-first century than the image of a child on his or her smart phone, tablet, video game console, televisio...

For many researchers, clinicians, teachers, patients, and family members, the discourse on ADHD has been occurring in silos. Traditional ADHD camps...

The last decade has seen the emergence of an increasingly high profile and politically active asexual community, united around a common identity as...

The last decade has seen the emergence of an increasingly high profile and politically active asexual community, united around a common identity as...

What exactly does it mean to be intelligent? Does intelligence manifest itself in one way or in different ways in children? Do children fit any pre...

This book presents an innovative public mental health model addressing the global crisis of declining mental health among adolescents. Despite the ...

It is estimated that approximately 300,000 children actively serve in various kinds of military groups around the world. Some of these children are...

How do we, as human beings, come to understand ourselves and others around us? This question could not be more timely or pertinent to the issues fa...

Originally published in 1956, Babies Growing Up aims to compress in to a brief yet readable form, the essentials of successful parentcraft at the t...

This book explores how the work of key child development theorists informs music therapy practice with children and families. Focusing primarily o...

Therapeutic deep play has the capacity for children to express deep emotions, overcome seemingly insurmountable issues and resolve serious problems...

This edited volume explores a range of causes for separation of children and young people from family, the impact of these causes, and methods that...

Practical Grammar Teaching for the Second Language Classroom provides a well-rounded foundation for teaching second language (L2) grammar for pre-s...

Practical Grammar Teaching for the Second Language Classroom provides a well-rounded foundation for teaching second language (L2) grammar for pre-s...

This book is an invaluable resource for researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts interested in unraveling the potential and promises of virtual ...

Life Experiences of Adults with Intellectual and Development Disabilities, Volume 67 in the International Review of Research in Developmental Disab...

As the first text to present, in one place, a comprehensive and systematic overview of Spanish language acquisition research, The Acquisition of Sp...

As the first text to present, in one place, a comprehensive and systematic overview of Spanish language acquisition research, The Acquisition of Sp...

This book examines state-of-the-science telemental health interventions for children and families. It explores the adaptations necessary to provide...

If a child is not meeting expected milestones it can be a source of great anxiety for parents and teachers. This forthright guide offers practical ...

Alongside the world of everyday reality, the young child develops a rich imaginary world of child art, make-believe play, imaginary friends, fairy ...

Dieses Lehrbuch vermittelt alles, was man für die Prüfungen im Fach Entwicklungspsychologie des Kindes- und Jugendalters wissen muss so ausführlic...

This book is devoted to the topic of mathematical skills development, which was the focus of Vygotsky's cultural-historical theory. It offers descr...

What is meant by 'spiritual care'? How can we assess and communicate the needs of a child in hospital effectively if we each have conflicting inter...

Originally published in 1939, it was only recently that serious study and attention had been given to disorders of speech and there was a growing d...

First published in 1933, Commonsense Psychology and the Home was a book for parents and others who were interested in the welfare of the child and ...

First published in 1931, The Nature and Treatment of Stammering looks at the theories and causes of stammering as they were understood at the time....

Child Development for Child Care and Protection Workers is a classic text for students and practitioners in the child care and protection field whi...

Facilitating the healthy management of stress is crucial for the social, psychological, and emotional wellbeing and resilience in children. Based o...

Anger is a very difficult and often misunderstood emotion for children to experience. Facilitating the healthy management of this natural but chall...

Babies and young children who have experienced early adversity miss out on good, nurturing relationships, and the sensorimotor development that goe...

Creating Change for Vulnerable Teens tells the story of Tish Feilden and Jamie's Farm - a network of therapeutic farms dedicated to transforming th...

Don't you wish there was a magic formula for activities and games that...- Your loved one on the autism spectrum actually wants to participate in? ...

The perfect follow-up to You Are Not Alone: a guide for parents, educators, caregivers, and mental health professionals on how to navigate mental h...

This conversational tool made up of 52 cards and accompanying guidance, helps young people build their advocacy skills by establishing their own st...

Written for professionals spanning children's services, this must-read guide provides an authoritative overview of what shapes the psychological we...

A four-stage programme for parents and families looking to introduce a dog into their home for the therapeutic and practical benefits that can be b...

It is widely accepted that listening to and involving children in decisions about their care, learning and development can significantly improve th...