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Developmental Psychology and Social Change: Research, History and Policy (Cambridge Studies in Social and Emotional Development) - Softcover

 
9780521533607: Developmental Psychology and Social Change: Research, History and Policy (Cambridge Studies in Social and Emotional Development)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0521533600 ISBN 13: 9780521533607
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2005

Synopsis

What is the unique mission of developmental psychology? How has it evolved historically? What are its current challenges? The chapters in this collection present the view that research, history and policy are essential and interlocking components of a mature developmental psychology. In sharp contrast with the view that science is value-neutral, developmental psychologists have from the outset pursued the betterment of children and families through educational, childcare and health initiatives.

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About the Authors

David B. Pillemer is the Dr Samuel E. Paul Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of New Hampshire. His research specialty is authobiographical memory across the life span. He has studied memory development in children, memories of adolescence, 'flashbulb' memories of momentous events and memories of educational experiences.

Sheldon White is John Lindsey Professor of Psychology Emeritus at Harvard University. A developmental psychologist, he has done research on children's learning, attention, and memory. He has chaired committees concerned with the development of a research program for Head Start. He also has been chair of the Board on Children and Families of the National Research Council.

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Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Publication date
2005
Language
English
ISBN 10 
0521533600
ISBN 13 
9780521533607
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
412
Editor
Pillemer David B., White Sheldon H.