Description
Grasp a child’s cognitivedevelopment, detectabnormalities, and learnwhat to do next
An essential guide for parents, teachers, and caregivers, Child Psychology & Development For Dummies provides an informational guide to cognitive development at every stage of a child’s life, as well as expert tips and guidance on how to diagnose, treat, and overcome the cognitive barriers that impede learning and development.
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The nuts and bolts — delve into the soup of kids’ development, including biology, psychology, learning, environment, and culture
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What makes kids tick? — discover how heredity, environment, experience, and culture interact to determine a child’s physical and emotional development
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Watch them grow — get an understanding of what a “normal” childhood should look like from conception through adolescence, and the types of behaviors to anticipate throughout
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Learn to spot trouble — find out what can go wrong during a child’s development, from physical problems like chronic illness to psychological problems like autism
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Ask for help — get expert guidance on the therapies and interventions that work, and how you can collaborate with professionals for an even better outcome
Open the book and find:
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Physical, mental, and social development from conception through adolescence
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Treatments and interventions that work
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Physical and psychological problems that interfere with normal development
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Common behavior disorders
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The aftermath of abuse, trauma, and neglect
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What to expect from therapy and medication
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How to help kids cope at school
Learn to:
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Understand the difference between “bad behavior” and behavior disorders
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Know whether a child is ready for school
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Help a child control impulses, develop self-esteem, and have good relationships
