Developmental social neuroscience and childhood brain insult
Subtitle: theory and practice
By: edited by Vicki Anderson, Miriam H. Beauchamp
Publisher: Guilford Press; The Guilford Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 398
ISBN-13: 9781462504299
Subjects: Social psychology; Neurosciences; Developmental neurobiology; Pediatric neurology; Brain; Complications; Wounds and injuries
Description: Synthesizing cutting-edge knowledge from multiple disciplines, this book explores the impact of acquired brain injury and developmental disabilities on children's emerging social skills. The editors present an innovative framework for understanding how brain processes interact with social development in both typically developing children and clinical populations. Key issues in assessment are addressed, including ways to measure both social function and brain function using developmentally sound tools. Balancing theoretical and clinical concerns, the book describes promising interventions for promoting children's adjustment and helping them participate more fully in the social world. Illustrations include six color plates.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.