Parenting Today's Children: A Developmental Perspective
Marotz; KupzykSinopsis
PARENTING TODAY S CHILDREN will help you understand parenting roles responsibilities and challenges Based on the latest research findings the text addresses contemporary topics in a clear concise and thought provoking manner A developmental framework makes learning easier for you as each chapter builds on the previous one You ll relate to many of the timely topics e g helicopter parents sleep deprivation eating disorders teens and plastic surgery overscheduled children depression and suicide social media that are discussed throughout the book Pedagogical features such as key terms learning objectives responsive parenting cases trending now topics self reflection questions and field activities reinforce learning Suggestions for Parents features throughout the book translate chapter material into practical ideas that you can share with parents An appealing chapter design includes helpful visuals and material presented in an easy to read boxed format