Raising Kids in the 21st Century: The Science of Psychological Health for Children

Dr. Sharon Hall highlights seven key areas of child development in creating this reader–friendly guide to raising psychologically healthy children. Much is known in the academic sphere about the socialization of healthy children, yet these ideas are rarely made readily accessible to a broader audience. This book paints an overall picture of the skills children need to become healthy adults. It offers research on the connections between cognitive development and social competency and emphasizes the impact of strong relationships and personal responsibility on positive outcomes for children. A child’s temperament and ability to self–regulate responses, as well as the gender differences in psychological health are examined. Dr. Hall also explores risk and protective factors that contribute to resilience in children.
This easy– to–read volume is based on sound psychological science, making it ideal for parents, teachers, students, or clinicians working with families.

Spis treści:
Preface.
1. Raising Kids in the 21st Century.
2. Early Cognitive Growth.
3. Cognitive Growth Outside of the Home.
4. A Part of the Family: How Belonging Promotes Growth.
5. Social Growth and Peer Relationships.
6. Well–Armed: Transmitting Values to Children.
7. Fun Raising.
8. Tolerance and Social Activism.
Appendix A. General Resources.
Appendix B. Books for Children.
Appendix C. Books for Adults.
Notes.
References.


Nota biograficzna:
Sharon K. Hall is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Houston, Clear Lake, and is currently working with faculty in the School of Education to examine gender and self–esteem among underrepresented youth in higher education. She is a member of American Association of University Women, American Psychological Association, and the Southwestern Psychological Association; and has published numerous articles on develop mental psychology and parenting. Dr. Hall owns the KidData consulting firm, helping businesses that serve children and their parents.

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Dr. Sharon Hall highlights seven key areas of child development in creating this reader–friendly guide to raising psychologically healthy children. Much is known in the academic sphere about the socialization of healthy children, yet these ideas are rarely made readily accessible to a broader audience. This book paints an overall picture of the skills children need to become healthy adults. It offers research on the connections between cognitive development and social competency and emphasizes the impact of strong relationships and personal responsibility on positive outcomes for children. A child’s temperament and ability to self–regulate responses, as well as the gender differences in psychological health are examined. Dr. Hall also explores risk and protective factors that contribute to resilience in children.
This easy– to–read volume is based on sound psychological science, making it ideal for parents, teachers, students, or clinicians working with families.