num_pages: 360
description: The long-awaited revision of the bestselling and definitive child care manual from the internationally renowned Gesell Institute of Human Behavior.
  Child Behavior
The classic child care manual from the internationally renowned Gesell InstituteSince it was first published, Child Behavior has become classic reading for parents and professionals around the world. This authoritative guide offers the basics of child development, addressing exactly how children's bodies can affect their behavior. The authors not only discuss what to do to treat specific behavior problems but actually advise parents on how, in many instances, they can prevent many common and more serious problems. The authors' practical, accessible advice covers a variety of issues including: 
   Everyday activities such as eating, sleeping, and dreams 
   Intelligence and success in school 
   Stress and fears 
   Relationships with parents and siblings 
   Discipline  
   Talking about difficult subjects such as religion, death, adoption, and divorce  
   What to do if further help is needed, with a full explanation of diagnostic tests and treatments 
 
language: English
title: Child Behavior
titlecomplete: Child Behavior
genres: Nonfiction, Psychology, Parenting
ratings_count: 106
publisher: Harper Perennial