Child Psychology and Development For Dummies
Grasp a child's cognitivedevelopment, detectabnormalities, and learnwhat to do nextAn 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.The nuts and bolts — delve into the soup of kids' development, including biology, psychology, learning, environment, and cultureWhat makes kids tick? — discover how heredity, environment, experience, and culture interact to determine a child's physical and emotional developmentWatch them grow — get an understanding of what a "normal" childhood should look like from conception through adolescence, and the types of behaviors to anticipate throughoutLearn to spot trouble — find out what can go wrong during a child's development, from physical problems like chronic illness to psychological problems like autismAsk for help — get expert guidance on the therapies and interventions that work, and how you can collaborate with professionals for an even better outcomeOpen the book and find:Physical, mental, and social development from conception through adolescenceTreatments and interventions that workPhysical and psychological problems that interfere with normal developmentCommon behavior disordersThe aftermath of abuse, trauma, and neglectWhat to expect from therapy and medicationHow to help kids cope at schoolLearn to:Understand the difference between "bad behavior" and behavior disordersKnow whether a child is ready for schoolHelp a child control impulses, develop self-esteem, and have good relationships