Developmental Psychology

Dr. Becky Kennedy, wildly popular parenting expert and creator of @drbeckyatgoodinside, shares her groundbreaking approach to raising kids and offers practical strategies for parenting in a way that feels good....

What Happened to You? provides powerful scientific and emotional insights into the behavioral patterns so many of us struggle to understand.

From renowned mental health expert and speaker Dr. Gabor Maté, Scattered Minds explodes the myth of attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD) as genetically based—and offers real hope and advice for children and adults who live with the condition....

The authors of No-Drama Discipline and The Yes Brain explain the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures in this pioneering, practical book....

Angela Duckworth shows parents, educators, students, and businesspeople - both seasoned and new - that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a focused persistence called "grit"....

Bill Bryson, best-selling author of A Short History of Nearly Everything, takes us on a head-to-toe tour of the marvel that is the human body. As addictive as it is comprehensive, this is Bryson at his very best, a must-listen owner's manual for everybody....

The latest groundbreaking tome from Tim Ferriss, the number-one New York Times best-selling author of The 4-Hour Workweek....

The pioneering experts Tina Payne Bryson and Daniel J. Siegel now explore the ultimate child-raising challenge: discipline....

In a time when so many children and young adults seem to be struggling, parents are looking for help in bringing up mentally healthy kids who are equipped to thrive. Finally, evidence-based help is now available for overwhelmed parents who are trying their best but feel like they’re falling short.

David Epstein examined the world’s most successful athletes, artists, musicians, inventors, forecasters and scientists. He discovered that in most fields—especially those that are complex and unpredictable—generalists, not specialists, are primed to excel....

Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement....

From a leading child psychologist comes this groundbreaking new understanding of children’s behavior, offering insight and strategies to support both parents and children....

In the ever more competitive race to secure the best possible future, today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. They jam-pack their schedules with AP classes, fill every waking hour with resume-padding activities, and even sabotage relationships with friends to “get ahead.”....

Many of us find ourselves stuck in unhealthy habits simply because we don't see a better way. With Mother Hunger, trauma counselor Kelly McDaniel helps women break the cycle of destructive behavior by taking a fresh look at childhood trauma and its lasting impact....

From Dr. John Gottman comes Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child, a modern guide to raising healthy and emotionally intelligent children, with a foreword by Daniel Goleman, New York Times best-selling author of Emotional Intelligence....

A practical step-by-step guide and follow-up companion to Healing Developmental Trauma—presenting one of the first comprehensive models for addressing complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD)....

In this absorbing, clever, and warm book, renowned psychotherapist Philippa Perry tells us what really matters and what behavior it is important to avoid—the vital dos and don'ts of parenting....

Marc Brackett is a professor in Yale University’s Child Study Center and founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. In his 25 years as an “emotion scientist”, he has developed a remarkably effective plan to improve the lives of children and adults....

In teenagers, powerful emotions are the rule, not the exception. Unfortunately, many of today’s parents now regard their teens’ negative feelings as disruptive, dangerous, or diagnosable, thanks to the rise of the wellness industry and the widespread use of psychotropic drugs....

A clinical neuropsychologist and test prep guru combine cutting-edge brain science with insights from their work with families to make a radical new case for giving kids more control....

This best-selling book examines childhood trauma and the enduring effects it has on an individual's management of repressed anger and pain....

There's nothing more frustrating than watching your bright, talented son or daughter struggle with everyday tasks like finishing homework, putting away toys, or following instructions at school.....

As Howard Gardner argues in the groundbreaking classic Frames of Mind, to limit our understanding of intelligence to “book smarts” misses much of what makes human beings amazing. Someone who plays an instrument well is exhibiting intelligence.

A pioneering physician reveals how childhood stress can lead to lifelong health problems and shows us what we can do to break the cycle....

Adult ADHD can affect men in different ways. Men may experience it in various ways, and its symptoms can be more challenging to detect. Men with ADHD are often overlooked, leaving many who are struggling with their abilities to feel isolated or confused about what they're experiencing....

In "Bridges to Independence," you will discover a compassionate, insightful guide for those navigating the unique challenges of parenting neurodivergent teenagers moving into adulthood. This comprehensive resource provides practical strategies, emotional support, and resources to help families thrive during these pivotal years. Key Features: Understanding Autism in Adolescence: Explore the characteristics of autism as they manifest during the teenage years, including social dynamics and sensory sensitivities. Communication Strategies: Learn effective techniques to enhance communication with...

A transformative leadership approach is necessary in a world where toxic work environments and disengaged employees have become all too common. Lyndsay Dowd, the visionary business coach, founder, and podcast presenter, is on a mission to transform the landscape of leadership. Meet her. Lyndsay advocates for psychological safety, connection, and collaboration as the fundamental components of effective leadership, as the era of intimidation and aggression has come to an end.

Why do teenagers stay up late and struggle to get up in the morning? Do teenagers really take more risks? What is happening with teenagers' hormones? The Psychology of the Teenage Brain offers all those involved in teenagers' lives insight into what's happening in their brains and how understanding them can improve relationships and communication at this crucial stage. It explains key topics, including the way the brain changes during adolescence, the role of hormones, and what we really know about risk and resilience, sleep, and peer pressure.

La lettura è un’esperienza incredibile e un’opportunità fondamentale da cogliere, ma perché ciò avvenga occorre superare le difficoltà di accesso e riconoscere le possibilità offerte dalle storie. Essere esposti alla lettura ad alta voce allena la comprensione, le abilità necessarie per poter leggere anche da soli e permette di trarre profitto dal percorso scolastico. Un’esposizione prolungata e improntata alla bibliovarietà favorisce un rapporto positivo con i libri.

「なぜ？」「どうして？」その裏側には、ちゃんと理由があります。「落ち着きがない」「衝動的な言動が多い」「仕事でミスが多い」……そんな発達障害の方の行動が気になっている人、多いかもしれません。

Sie denken, man ist eben einfach, wie man ist? Da irren Sie sich! Denn tatsächlich ist Ihre Persönlichkeit das Produkt Ihrer eigenen Entscheidungen und dieser Ratgeber zeigt Ihnen, wie Sie aus sich selbst ganz einfach den Menschen machen, der Sie wirklich sein wollen. Persönlichkeitsentwicklung beginnt mit der Geburt und findet ein Leben lang statt.

Quali sono i criteri per distinguere il gioco dal non gioco? A che età si inizia a giocare? Quali differenze ci sono con il comportamento esplorativo? Che rapporto c’è tra gioco e funzioni cognitive, sociali e affettive? Il libro, in questa nuova edizione aggiornata alle più recenti ricerche, prende in esame i diversi tipi di gioco: da quelli sociali nella prima infanzia a quelli con gli oggetti, dal gioco simbolico a quello di fantasia. Infine il testo affronta due problemi specifici: le differenze di genere nei comportamenti ludici e i contenuti violenti nel gioco.

Este libro se encuentra dividido en dos partes. En la primera, "Leer y comprender en las aulas", de Aline de la Macorra, se habla sobre la lectura de textos y la lectura de imágenes. Se describe la diferencia entre cuento ilustrado y libro álbum enfatizando la importancia de la lectura de dos códigos: texto e imagen. Por otro lado, se aborda la importancia del Modelo Situacional propuesto por Kintsch, la macro-estructura y micro-estructura de los textos, de las estrategias de comprensión de lectura, de la lectura en voz alta y de la escritura creativa.

Quante volte ci è capitato di perdere la calma coi nostri figli, pur facendo del nostro meglio, per poi essere tormentati dai sensi di colpa? Quante volte ci siamo sentiti confusi, disorientati, inadeguati come genitori? È possibile educare i nostri bambini senza lasciarci sopraffare da emozioni come rabbia, frustrazione, esasperazione, in una quotidianità sempre più frenetica e stressante? La pedagogista Erica Petrucciani, col suo approccio garbato e pragmatico, sostiene di sì.

Chi sei oggi rispecchia ciò che vorresti essere? Se senti che qualcosa ti trattiene dal raggiungere il tuo vero potenziale, sappi che non è solo un'impressione. Ogni giorno "forze interne" che risiedono nella tua memoria e "pressioni esterne" che arrivano dalla famiglia e dalla società in cui vivi, pongono limiti e indirizzano il tuo cammino verso un destino già scritto. Mentre diventiamo adulti, infatti, un gran numero di variabili ha già scelto tanto per noi, mettendoci su dei binari.