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Stores, Gregory, Ed.; Wiggs, Luci, Ed. – 2001
The 30 papers in this collection are arranged in five sections which address general issues, neurodevelopmental disorders, other neurological conditions, non-neurological pediatric disorders, and psychiatric disorders. The papers are: (1) "Sleep Disturbance: A Serious, Widespread, Yet Neglected Problem in Disorders of Development"…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Development, Children, Developmental Disabilities
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Hareven, Tamara – Monographs of the Society for Research in Child Development, 1986
Examines the major findings in the history of the family, with special attention to their relations to childhood and child development. The focus is on the family and household structure and the wider kin group, the life course and the relations between the family and social change. (BB)
Descriptors: Child Development, Children, Developmental Stages, Extended Family
Keogh, Barbara K., Ed. – 1980
Intended for graduate students in special education, the text presents seven author contributed papers dealing with theoretical issues in the field. M. Faust and W. Faust ("Cognitive Constructing: Levels of Processing and Developmental Change") consider cognitive processing from a developmental perspective. In "Memory Processes in Exceptional…
Descriptors: Attention, Child Development, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes
Garcia, Eugene E., Ed.; And Others – 1995
Geared toward early childhood educators, reading and writing teachers, bilingual and English as a Second Language teachers, and to courses in these fields, this yearbook examines the issues of linguistic and cultural diversity in early childhood programs. Following an introduction (Eugene Garcia and Barry McLaughlin) on the cultural context…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Child Development, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism
Coelho, George V., Ed. – 1981
In this collection of papers, 10 social researchers and mental health specialists review and assess the state of the art in relevant areas of their expertise to provide an up-to-date and comprehensive account of the role of television as a teacher. An overview of issues, findings, and recommendations by Elizabeth J. Roberts is followed by nine…
Descriptors: Child Development, Educational Television, Evaluation, Institutionalized Persons
Marfo, Kofi, Ed. – 1988
Examined are the interactions of parents and their children with developmental disabilities, focusing on the following aspects: social, emotional, language, communication, clinical, educational, and methodological. A partial listing of contents follows: "Determinants of Parent and Child Interactive Behavior" (Carl Dunst and Carol…
Descriptors: Child Development, Developmental Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Emotional Response
Wartella, Ellen, Ed. – 1979
Investigations of the growth of children's communicative behavior and ability, in terms of their interactions with media and their communication with other people, are described in this book. The first chapter presents an overview of the studies, explains the developmental perspective that characterizes them, and identifies some issues fundamental…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Child Development, Children, Cognitive Development
Saracho, Olivia N., Ed.; Spodek, Bernard, Ed. – 1998
This book provides research in the area of educational play for early childhood teachers and teacher educators. Following an introduction by the editors, the chapters of the book are: (1) "A Historical Overview of Theories of Play" (Olivia Saracho and Bernard Spodek); (2) "Playing with a Theory of Mind" (Angeline Lillard); (3)…
Descriptors: Child Development, Cognitive Development, Cultural Influences, Disabilities
Murray, Lynne, Ed.; Cooper, Peter J., Ed. – 1997
Only recently has the research on postpartum depression dealt with the disorder's effects on child development. This book explores the impact of postpartum depression on mother-infant interaction and child development, its treatment, and postpartum psychosis. The chapters are: (1) "The Nature of Postpartum Depressive Disorders" (Michael…
Descriptors: Adults, Child Development, Chronic Illness, Cognitive Development
Lewis, Barbara J.; And Others – CORE: Collected Original Resources in Education, 1978
Separate papers discuss: (1) sensory deprivation; (2) effects of high rise housing; (3) clumsy children; (4) screening and labeling "at risk" students; (5) Piaget's conceptual development stages; and (6) movement education. (CP)
Descriptors: Child Development, Concept Formation, Developmental Stages, Elementary Education
David, Tricia, Ed. – 1998
At a time when crucial questions concerning the nature of early childhood and early childhood education are being increasingly examined worldwide, an exploration of the issues, priorities, and methodologies of research in early childhood education may provide valuable material for debate. This book focuses on research in early childhood education…
Descriptors: Child Development, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Differences, Day Care
Rotenberg, Ken J., Ed.; Hymel, Shelley, Ed. – 1999
Despite the apparent universality of loneliness and its link to psychosocial maladjustment, research on loneliness has emerged rather recently in the history of psychology. This book brings together varied theories and lines of research on loneliness among children and adolescents to provide a source for future research. The chapters are: (1)…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Attachment Behavior, Child Development
Meek, Margaret, Ed. – 1996
A selection of papers by Josie Levine addresses aspects of the teaching and learning of English as a second/additional language among linguistic minorities. An introductory section provides background information about Levine and the context in which she worked and wrote. The first two chapters tell the stories of limited-English-proficient (LEP)…
Descriptors: Child Development, Classroom Techniques, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Strategies
Roberts, Joanne E., Ed.; Wallace, Ina F., Ed.; Henderson, Frederick W., Ed. – 1997
The 12 chapters of this book provide a synthesis of what is currently known about otitis media and its sequelae on aspects of child development. Chapters are grouped into four sections: definition, prevalence, and diagnosis; auditory, language, and learning sequelae; medical and surgical management; and international perspectives and future…
Descriptors: Auditory Perception, Child Development, Clinical Diagnosis, Cognitive Development
Klein, Pnina S., Ed.; Tannenbaum, Abraham J., Ed. – 1992
This book reviews and summarizes recent research into the intellectual, emotional and creative development of young gifted children. An introductory section includes the following: "Early Signs of Giftedness: Research and Commentary" (Abraham Tannenbaum); "Creative Giftedness in Children" (Robert Sternberg and Todd Lubart); and "Cultural…
Descriptors: Ability Identification, Child Development, Cognitive Development, Creative Development
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