Nurturing Natures: Attachment and Children's Emotional, Sociocultural and Brain Development

Nurturing Natures is a bestselling text that provides an indispensable synthesis of the latest scientific knowledge about children's emotional development. It integrates research from attachment theory, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and cross-cultural studies into an accessible and enjoyable text. The new edition considers transgender issues, same-sex parenting, experiences of black and minority ethnic groups, well-being, and the impact of mental health on climate change anxiety. It examines key developmental stages from life in the womb to adolescence, addressing issues of nature and nurture and the effects of different early experiences. Written by an experienced child therapist, the book is essential reading for childcare students, teachers, social workers, health visitors, early years practitioners, and those training or working in child counseling, psychiatry, and mental health.

Format: Hardback
Length: 458 pages
Publication date: 24 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This groundbreaking new edition of the bestselling text, Nurturing Natures, offers an indispensable synthesis of the latest scientific knowledge about children's emotional development. Drawing upon a wealth of both contemporary and classical research from diverse fields such as attachment theory, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and cross-cultural studies, the book seamlessly weaves these diverse strands into an accessible and engaging narrative that resonates with scholars, practitioners, and parents alike.

In addition to its comprehensive coverage, this edition of Nurturing Natures takes a fresh perspective by addressing emerging issues such as transgender concerns, same-sex parenting, experiences of black and minority ethnic groups, well-being, and the impact of mental health in the context of climate change anxiety. It delves into critical developmental stages, from the earliest moments in life to the preschool years and beyond, exploring how children develop language, play, memory, and moral capacities. The book also explores the intricate interplay between nature and nurture, shedding light on the effects of different early experiences on a child's development.

Written by an experienced child therapist with a deep understanding of the complexities of child development, Nurturing Natures is a highly readable and scientifically trustworthy text. Packed with key points, thought-provoking questions, and comprehensive further reading lists, this book serves as an essential resource for childcare students, teachers, social workers, health visitors, early years practitioners, and those pursuing training or careers in child counseling, psychiatry, and mental health.

With its captivating findings and insightful perspectives, Nurturing Natures provides answers to many of the questions that people are eager to explore about the human journey from conception to adulthood. It serves as a valuable companion for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the emotional development of children and promote their well-being.

Weight: 1040g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032436289
Edition number: 3 ed