Great myths of child development / Stephen Hupp and Jeremy Jewell.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hupp, Stephen, author.

Jewell, Jeremy, author.

Series:

Great Myths of Psychology

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Child development.

Child psychology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (211 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chichester, West Sussex, [England] : John Wiley & Sons, 2015.

Summary:

Great Myths of Child Development reveals the latest evidence-based science behind the myths and misconceptions about the developing child. Shatters the most commonly-held child development myths Reveals the science behind such topical issues as twin-telepathy, sex-prediction, and imaginary friends Covers hot-button issues like childhood vaccines, spankings, "time-outs," and breastfeeding of older children Features numerous pop culture references and examples drawn from popular TV shows and movies, such as Duck Dynasty, Modern Family and Mad MenPoints to a wealth of supplementary resources for

Contents:

Title Page; Copyright; Contents; Preface; Introduction; Definition of a "Great Myth"; What you need to know: Evidence-based practice and resources; Our research; A final word before you continue; References; Chapter 1 Beginnings; Myth #1 Identical twins have a telepathic connection that originates in the womb; What you need to know; References; Myth #2 Couples dealing with infertility are more likely to get pregnant if they adopt; What you need to know; References; Myth #3 Parents can predict the sex of a fetus by examining the shape of the mother's body; What you need to know; References

Myth #4 All boys have one Y chromosome (and all girls don't)What you need to know; References; Myth #5 The attachment parenting approach strengthens the mother-infant bond; Importance of immediately bonding within the first two hours after birth; Value of extended breastfeeding for up to seven years; Encouragement of nightly bed-sharing between babies and parents; Attachment parenting in general; What you need to know; References; Speed busting for beginnings; Myth #6 Identical twins have identical genes; Myth #7 A woman who is already pregnant can't get pregnant again

Myth #8 The Chinese lunar calendar accurately predicts the sex of a baby Myth #9 Female fetuses have faster heart rates than male fetuses; Myth #10 Epidurals create a high risk of harm during delivery; Myth #11 More babies are born during a full moon; Myth #12 Pre-chewing a baby's food has no known risks; References; Chapter 2 Growth, Body, & Mind; Myth #13 Letting babies "cry it out" during bed time is harmful to their development; What you need to know; References; Myth #14 Sugar intake causes children to be hyperactive; What you need to know; References

Myth #15 Using a baby walker will help a toddler walk soonerWhat you need to know; References; Myth #16 Showing cognitively stimulating videos to babies boosts their intelligence; What you need to know; References; Myth #17 Using "baby talk" with an infant delays their ability to speak normally; What you need to know; References; Myth #18 Vaccines caused the rise in autism diagnoses; What you need to know; References; Speed busting for growth, body, & mind; Myth #19 A good response to stimulant medication is proof that a child has ADHD

Myth #20 Requiring children to "clean their plates" promotes healthy eating habits Myth #21 Dyslexia's defining feature is letter reversal; Myth #22 Most babies can learn to read with the right learning program; Myth #23 Educational kinesiology promotes learning in children; Myth #24 Facilitated communication is effective for children with autism; Myth #25 Dolphin-assisted therapy effectively treats children with special needs; References; Chapter 3 Emotions & Behavior; Myth #26 Bed-wetting is a sign of serious emotional problems; What you need to know; References

Myth #27 Most antidepressants for children with depression are approved by the FDA

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

9781118521243

1118521242

9781118521229

1118521226

9781118521250

1118521250

OCLC:

898104317