An authoritative new work exploring the themes of communication and implementation of research within developmental psychology - a scientific field with extensive real world value in addressing problems faced by individuals, families and services

• Brings together the insights of a stellar group of contributors with personal experience translating developmental psychology research into practice
• Accessibly structured into sections exploring family processes and child rearing practices; educational aspects; and clinical applications
• Goes beyond traditional...

Introducing Child Psychology is for all those who want to find out what psychology can tell us about the nature and development of children.

• A non-technical introduction for all those who want to find out what psychology can tell us about the nature and development of children.
  
• Presents the major topics of child development investigated by psychologists.
  
• Pays particular attention to the most recent research findings.
  
• Consistently relates psychological knowledge to practical situations, showing what...