Closely Observed Infants (Paperback)

Michael Rustin

ISBN 10: 0715623117 / ISBN 13: 9780715623114

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London, 1997

About this Item

Paperback. For many years the regular observation of infants during the first two years of life has been a vital element in the training of child psychotherapists at the Tavistock Clinic. This book presents case studies which are evocative, sensitive, and jargon-free, in order to explore the developing relationships of infants with their mothers and other family members. Drawing on the work of pioneers such as Klein and Winnicott, it shows how the capacity to learn from direct observation can be developed. The book will be of value not only to parents but to all professionals working with young children. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Closely Observed Infants (Paperback)
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0715623117
• ISBN 13: 9780715623114
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

For many years the regular observation of infants during the first two years of life has been a vital element in the training of child psychotherapists at the Tavistock Clinic. This book presents case studies which are evocative, sensitive, and jargon-free, in order to explore the developing relationships of infants with their mothers and other family members. Drawing on the work of pioneers such as Klein and Winnicott, it shows how the capacity to learn from direct observation can be developed. The book will be of value not only to parents but to all professionals working with young children.

About the Author

Michael Rustin is Dean of Social Sciences at the University of East London and Visiting Professor at the Tavistock Clinic. He is co-editor of the political journal Soundings