Social and Emotional Development in Infancy and Early Childhood
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Research is increasingly showing the effects of family, school, and culture on the social, emotional and personality development of children. Much of this research concentrates on grade school and above, but the most profound effects may occur much earlier, in the 0-3 age range. This volume consists of focused articles from the authoritative Encyclopedia of Infant and Early Childhood Development that specifically address this topic and collates research in this area in a way that isn't readily a
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This comprehensive research volume examines the crucial period of social and emotional development from birth through early childhood, drawing from authoritative studies in developmental psychology. The collection specifically focuses on how family dynamics, educational environments, and cultural contexts shape personality formation during the foundational years of 0-3, when the most profound developmental effects occur. Unlike many developmental texts that concentrate on school-aged children, this work brings together focused research articles that illuminate the critical importance of early childhood experiences.
What makes this volume particularly valuable is its curated approach, selecting the most relevant research from a broader encyclopedia to create a specialized resource on early social-emotional growth. Professionals in child development, education, and psychology will find this compilation essential for understanding how attachment, temperament, and environmental factors interact during infancy. The research presented here provides crucial insights for anyone working to support healthy emotional development in young children, making it an important contribution to the field of early childhood studies.
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