Encounters with Children: Pediatric Behavior and Development

ISBN: 0323002536

Author: Dixon MD MPH, Suzanne D.

Condition: New

The area of child development continues to grow, and new insights into the processes, as well as a better understanding of the social and cultural forces that shape development, are continually being introduced. As someone who provides health care for children and reassurance for their parents this book is one you will not want to be without. Organised according to the childs age, this informative, dynamic text takes you from the neonatal visit and newborn exam all the way through the late adolescent years. Additional chapters include special families (single-parent, blended families), dealing with stress (separation, loss), and resources for parents, including many found on the Internet. Make the most out of each childs visit with this new edition of Encounters with Children.Includes developmental concept chapters that are arranged according to the child's age, with more attention given to younger children when much of their development occurs. Covers timely topics of social and family conditions such as single-parent and blended families, and reactions to stress. Includes many resources available to parents, including many found on the Internet. Incorporates children's art throughout, for use in clinical practice.