Child, developmental and lifespan psychology

The Classic Edition of this foundational text includes a new preface from Miguel Perez-Pereira, examining how the field has developed since first publication.

This reader covers current theory, research and practice in Early Intervention with young children, bringing together the best recent papers by prominent researchers in the field.

New perspectives on the complex social dynamics of bullying practices through analyses of children''s experiences, and parents'' and teachers'' perspectives.

Almost all families will at some time have to make difficult decisions concerning aging family members, involving institutionalization, moving from medical interventions to palliative care, and even physician-assisted death.

Intelligence is not IQ.

This book studies the exclusion and discrimination that is meted out to Scheduled Caste (SC) students in the Indian Higher Education system, and the psychosocial consequences of such practices.

Although there has been a surge in our understanding of children's vocabulary growth, theories of word learning lack a primary focus on verbs and adjectives.

When your child has OCD your world can turn upside down and inside out.

In The Generation Jigsaw, originally published in 1976, Irene Gore explores some of the problems which face older people in the family and the community.

Have you ever seen a yeti?

Educators, parents, and those who work with middle school students in various settings will find this book to be a valuable addition to their library.

Children will experience natural growth and change throughout their lives.

This book explores the mysteries of the human brain and the potential of the mind.

Lothar Nishkam Koch erzählt den einzigartigen Lebensweg des amerikanischen Mystikers und Psychologen Jeru Kabbal und beschreibt erstmalig Ursprünge, Perspektiven und Methoden der Dehypnotherapie, die als ClarityProcess® in Europa bekannt ist.

Marriages across ethnic borders are increasing in frequency, yet little is known of how discourses of 'normal' families, ethnicity, race, migration, globalisation affect couples and children involved in these mixed marriages.

This accessibly written book explores many types of psychotherapy, discussing the history, tenets, advantages, and shortcomings of each.

Building on the established strengths of the first edition, Child Language has now been fully updated and includes some basic theory content, more exercises and summaries at the end of each unit.

Anxiety-Free Kids (2nd ed.

This book explores ways that the development of reasoning skills and the development of creativity impact one another.

Exam Board: AQALevel: AS/A-levelSubject: PsychologyFirst Teaching: September 2015First Exam: June 2016AQA ApprovedEquip your students with the knowledge and the skills that they need for the new AQA Psychology AS and A-level; guidance on assessment objectives, activities and clear, comprehensive coverage consolidates understanding and develops key skills to ensure progression- Thoroughly engage your students with Psychology at AS and A-level through extensive real-life contemporary research- Ensure your students learn and understand content for all the key topics with popular clear, accessible style from Jean-Marc Lawton and Eleanor Willard- Help your students understand the assessment objectives and develop their examination skills with assessment guidance and checks throughout and practice questions- Ensure progression and encourage independent thinking with extension suggestions and activities- Supports co-teaching of AS and year one A-level for the new AQA specification

Parenting: An Ecological Perspective was originally created in 1993 to answer questions such as: Why do parents differ markedly in the ways in which they care for their children?

How a relationship transforms itself from one pattern of communication to another.

Harry loves to hop, and believes he is a 'hopper' - but not everyone agrees.

End-stage renal disease is a devastating diagnosis to the patient, family and their care provider.

This international bestselling compassionate and practical guide has become the groundbreaking reference on the subject of bullying.

All kids occasionally space out, get sidetracked, run out of time, or explode in frustration--but some do it much more often than others.

In Approaches to Social Research: The Case of Deaf Studies, Alys Young and Bogusia Temple explore the relationship between key methodological debates in social research and the special context of studies concerning d/Deaf people(s).

The impact of sibling relationships on how people develop has been dramatically under-emphasised in the literature on child development.

The ability to use language in more literate ways has always been a central outcome of education.

In the second edition of his unique study of peer relationships in childhood, Dr Barry Schneider re-examines this fundamental aspect of childhood.

The fifth edition of Autism Spectrum Disorders: Advancing Positive Practices in Education provides readers with a comprehensive and accessible understanding of current research and evidence-based practices in autism spectrum disorders (ASD), linking research, theory, and practice.

Now in a fifth edition, this bestselling introductory textbook remains the cornerstone volume for the study of second language acquisition (SLA).

Personality pathology, which is characterized by a pervasive, maladaptive, and inflexible pattern of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, has long been considered a set of categories that are distinct from each other and from "e;normal"e; personality.

The use of sign language has a long history.

This book presents, for the first time, a full range of perspectives on emotions and the family from the radical behaviorist to the intrapsychic.

Recognized as a finalist for the CAE 2018 Outstanding Book Award!

This important book introduces Arnett's emerging adulthood theory to scholars and practitioners in higher education and student affairs, illuminating how recent social, cultural, and economic changes have altered the pathway to adulthood.

The ability to communicate quickly and flexibly through both spoken and written language is one of the defining characteristics of the human race.

In today's industrialized societies, the majority of parents work full time while caring for and raising their children and managing household upkeep, trying to keep a precarious balance of fulfilling multiple roles as parent, worker, friend, & child.

This book examines the latest methodological advancements in child maltreatment research and practice.

Psychological research on children with mental and physical handicaps began two hundred years ago.

Brain Rules machen Ihr Baby schlau und glücklich.

Illustrates how domain theory may be used as a basis for social and moral education.

Et si adultes et enfants ne parlaient pas le même langage ?

This beautifully illustrated and sensitive storybook is designed to be used therapeutically by professionals and caregivers supporting children with a parent who is suffering from depression.