Aldgate, Jane
The Developing World of the Child
- ISBN 13:
- 9781843102441
- author:
- Aldgate, Jane
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 351
- Dimensions:
- 158 mm X 233 mm
- Genre:
- Child & developmental psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Developing World of the Child by Jane Aldgate is an essential resource for professionals working with children and young people. Bringing together leading figures from various disciplines, this comprehensive text explores the latest child development theories and their application in practice.
Spanning the lifespan from early years to adolescence and beyond, the book examines the complex interplay of genetic, biological, psychological, interpersonal, familial, educational, and community factors that shape a child's world. It provides practical guidance on communicating with children, exercising professional judgement, planning, interventions, and outcomes in children's services.
Written for social workers, teachers, health and mental health professionals, and others working with vulnerable populations, this book offers an integrated picture of the developing world of the child. A valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and support the needs of children and young people.