The Psychology of Babies: How relationships support development from birth to two - Couverture souple

Murray, Lynne

 
9781849012935: The Psychology of Babies: How relationships support development from birth to two

Synopsis

Winner of the British Psychological Society Book Award for Best Textbook

An instructive and accessible account of the psychological development of children aged 0-2 years and how it can be supported by social relationships.

The first two years are critical in a child's development, influencing what happens in later childhood and even adulthood. Yet how best to support that early development is not always easy to grasp. Now help is at hand with this expert guide on the care of children through these essential years.

Based on the latest research, with its wealth of picture sequences and clear explanations, this book shows how the development of young children's social understanding, attachments, self-control and intelligence can be supported through their relationships.

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À propos de l?auteur

Lynne Murray is Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Reading (and Professor Extra-ordinary at Stellenbosch University, South Africa). The author of The Social Baby, she has published widely on young children’s psychological development and parenting.

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Praise for The Psychology of Babies

The Psychology of Babies is a landmark publication. Lynne Murray guides her readers effortlessly through the wondrous world of early relationships and development.’ Chris Cuthbert, Head of Strategy & Development, NSPCC

‘Page after page shows us how babies experience the world; what they get (and what they need) from their parents and other carers.’ Mary Newburn, Head of Research and Quality, NCT

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Based on the latest research, this is an instructive and accessible account of the psychological development of children aged 0-2 years.

The first two years are of vital importance in a child’s development, influencing what happens in later childhood and even adulthood. But it is not always easy to understand your child and how best to support their early development. Now help is at hand with this expert guide on the care of children through these critical years.

With its wealth of picture sequences taken from video footage, and Lynne Murray’s clear explanations, this book shows how the development of young children’s social understanding, attachments, self-control and intelligence can be supported through their social relationships. A must for parents, for students of child development, or for anyone involved in the care of young children, this book will improve your appreciation of their needs and potential, and help you to enjoy and be more responsive to them.

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