Great Myths of Child Development

Great Myths of Child Developmen t reveals the latest evidence–based science behind the myths and misconceptions around the developing child. Topics covered include preconceived notions about twin–telepathy, sex–prediction, baby talk, vaccines, spankings, child care, imaginary friends,  and many more. To illustrate the mixed messages about healthy child development presented in the media, the authors also draw on examples from a variety of contemporary TV shows and feature films—everything from Modern Family and Mad Men to Moonshiners and Meet the Fockers . The authors contrast this stereotypical behaviour with their top ten list of the most surprising—but true—findings in the field of child development. Readers wishing to take ‘the next step’ are also pointed in an evidence–based direction to topics relating to fertility, sleep problems, ADHD, education, autism, bedwetting, depression, anxiety, behavior problems, divorce, and parenting. From the moment of conception through the years of childhood, Great Myths of Child Development separates the pseudo from the science to take some of the confusion and concern over the development skills and growth of your child.

Stephen Hupp is a Professor of Clinical Child and School Psychology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Dr. Hupp is also a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and consultant for the East St. Louis Head Start program.   Jeremy Jewell is a Professor at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Director of the Clinical Child and School Psychology graduate program. Dr. Jewell was awarded the SIUE Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Mentor Award in 2012.