Developmental

Takes the first in-depth look at the New York City adoption agency that separated twins and triplets in the 1960s, and the controversial and disturbing study that tracked the children's development while never telling their adoptive parents that they...

Adolescence now lasts longer than ever before. And as world-renowned expert on adolescent psychology Dr. Laurence Steinberg argues, this makes these years the key period in determining individuals' life outcomes, demanding that we change the way we...

The foremost resource for parents and caregivers seeking ways to help their child increase comfort and overcome chronic pain Parents of a child in pain want nothing more than to offer immediate comfort. But a child with chronic or recurring pain...

This concise, accessible guide explores the different models behind the concept of giftedness, examining the criteria for evaluating and identifying gifted children, in order to provide a deeper understanding of the lives of children and young people...

Autism and Asperger Syndrome reviews what is known about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning, educational and occupational status. Focusing mainly on the problems experienced by high functioning people with autism - and those working...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780999512029Author Heidi SchausterFormat PaperbackPage Count 206Imprint Heidi SchausterPublisher Heidi SchausterWeight(grams) 245gDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780578648088Author Morgan Bcba Van DiepenFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint Studio van Diepen, LLCPublisher Studio van Diepen, LLCWeight(grams)...

Children: The Challenge gives the key to parents who seek to build trust and love in their families, and raise happier, healthier, and better behaved children. Based on a lifetime of experience with children-their problems, their delights, their...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781955985215Author Mike MisterFormat PaperbackPage Count 176Imprint PYP Academy PressPublisher PYP Academy PressWeight(grams) 209gDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

Why didn't Peter Parker stop the burglar who killed Uncle Ben?Are Spider-Man's foes inherently evil, or are they victims of circumstances beyond their control?What do the many web-slinging superheroes across the Spider-Verse tell us about the choices we...

At a time when the incidence of Alzheimer's Disease is increasing dramatically, this accessible account revolutionises our stereotypes of Alzheimer's patients and their care.About the AuthorSteven Sabat is Associate Professor of Psychology at Georgetown...

This highly readable book provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical guide to non-directive play therapy, which is an effective and ethically sound method of helping troubled children and adolescents with their emotional difficulties. It draws...

We all know people who talk with their hands-but do they know what they're saying with them? Our gestures can reveal and contradict us, and express thoughts we may not even know we're thinking.In Thinking with Your Hands, esteemed cognitive psychologist...

This engaging story of an eighteenth century Scottish laird whose brief arranged marriage was annulled on the grounds of his mental capacity - which seen through modern eyes can be identified as autism. It is a story of villainy and innocence, and...

Using a developmental perspective, the authors offer a new, integrated model for supporting people with intellectual disability (ID). This concept builds upon recent advances in attachment informed approaches, by drawing upon a broader understanding of...

This unique book is the first to fully explore the history of autism - from the first descriptions of autistic-type behaviour to the present day. Features in-depth discussions with leading professionals and pioneers to provide an unprecedented insight...

The Presence of the Therapist uses clinical studies based on the author's publications over the past 18 years to illustrate work with severely distressed children. The reader is encouraged to enter a dialogue with the author to explore the many dilemmas...

People have been sharing their life stories with psychologist Allison Keating for the past eighteen years, and the words she hears most often are 'I feel overwhelmed,' followed by 'I thought I'd have it figured out by now.' Adulthood is tough. As we...

This important text shows how child development theory applies to professionals' working practice. Considering theories of development throughout the lifespan from the early years through to adolescence, and transitions to adulthood, this resource is...

Real tools for parenting with patience, and helping your child develop emotional intelligence-an essential character trait for succeeding in our highly social worldIf you're like many parents, you may wonder what's going on inside your child's mind when...

A purposeful guide for cultivating gratitude as a way of life Recent dramatic advances in our understanding of gratitude have changed the question from "does gratitude work?" to "how do we get more of it?" This book explores evidence-based practices in a...

Creating Change for Vulnerable Teens tells the story of Tish Feilden and Jamie's Farm - a network of therapeutic farms dedicated to transforming the lives of disadvantaged children.Documenting Tish's experiences of working with truly remarkable teens who...

One of the most difficult things parents of babies and young children have to deal with are tears. When babies cry, parents shhh, or rock them to try to get them to stop. When toddlers' tantrum parents may distract them, attempt to reason with them, or...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780062082435Author Dr Catherine Steiner-AdairFormat PaperbackPage Count 384Imprint CollinsPublisher HarperCollins Publishers IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780399536489Author Dr. Robert MelilloFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Perigee Books,U.S.Publisher Penguin Putnam Inc

Congratulations! You have been given about 20 more years to live than your grandparents. But does that just mean a longer decline?Berit Lewis shows that the story we so often tell ourselves about ageing - that it's all downhill from 50 - is simply wrong...

This well-established and accessible text has been completely revised in this expanded fifth edition. Each chapter has been updated, often extensively, to reflect current thinking, and an important new chapter on death, dying and bereavement has been...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780994474681Author Maria GanciFormat PaperbackPage Count 180Imprint LM PublishingPublisher LM PublishingWeight(grams) 322gDimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 10mm

This Element describes the main theories that guide contemporary research in cognitive development along with research discoveries in several important cognitive abilities: attention, language, social cognition, memory, metacognition and executive...

'Byrne's book is about scientific parenting, and it is very welcome indeed ... breezy and digestible ... this is such a good book' Tom Whipple, The Times Kids aren't all the same. You can't follow instructions and expect success every time. So what...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781635576498Author Caroline PaulFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing USAPublisher Bloomsbury Publishing USAWeight(grams) 454g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780063159488Author Dr Becky KennedyFormat HardbackPage Count 336Imprint CollinsPublisher HarperCollins Publishers IncWeight(grams) 454gDimensions(mm) 231mm...

Developmental and clinical psychologist Diane Ehrensaft, PhD, has devoted her career to the care of children and teens who do not abide by the gender binary, either in their gender identities or expressions. In her first book, Gender Born, Gender Made,...

Uniquely wide-ranging in its coverage of key concepts, themes and issues relating to human growth and development in adults, this textbook explores the crucial challenges and transitions that adults negotiate in their lives. It examines key topics and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781892366764Author Keith SchreiterFormat PaperbackPage Count 120Imprint Fortune Network Publishing IncPublisher Fortune Network Publishing IncWeight(grams)...

Understanding Looked After Children is an accessible guide to understanding the mental health needs of children in foster care and the role of foster carers and support networks in helping these children.The authors provide foster carers with an insight...

Presenting both a theoretical foundation and proven strategies for helping caregivers become more attuned and responsive to their young children's emotional needs (ages 0-5), this is the first comprehensive presentation of the Circle of Security (COS)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781250223180Author Oprah WinfreyFormat HardbackPage Count 304Imprint Flatiron Books: An Oprah BookPublisher Flatiron Books: An Oprah BookWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780553346671Author Ken MagidFormat PaperbackPage Count 384Imprint Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing GroupPublisher Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsCommended for Books for a Better Life (Childcare/Parenting) 2011.Book InformationISBN 9780553807912Author Daniel J. SiegelFormat HardbackPage Count 192Imprint Bantam...