An introduction to childhood studies and child psychology

by Lee Farrington-Flint (Editors), Heather Montgomery

This book aims to make sense of the complex influences that shape children's experiences. Each of the 14 specially commissioned chapters, from experts in psychology, anthropology & sociology, investigates topics central to the lives of children & young people & explores their emotional, physical, intellectual, social & cultural development. The chapters will help answer questions such as: What influences children's development? How is childhood changing? How important are society & culture in understanding this change? In studying these chapters you will gain a fascinating insight into the lives of children & young people, from birth to 18 years, from a truly multidisciplinary perspective.

Lee Farrington-Flint is Lecturer in Developmental Psychology at The Open University.

Heathers Montgomery is Reader in the Anthropology of Childhood at The Open University

Genres: Psychology

340 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2014