Description
| Product ID: | 9780367404994 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | The Development of Children’s Happiness and Success |
| Subtitle: | The Science of Optimizing Well-Being Across the Lifespan |
| Authors: | Author: Maria Kalpidou |
| Page Count: | 254 |
| Subjects: | Social groups, communities and identities, Social groups, Social work, Psychological theory, systems, schools and viewpoints, Child, developmental and lifespan psychology, Pre-school and kindergarten, Psychotherapy, Child care and upbringing: advice for parents, Social work, Psychological theory & schools of thought, Child & developmental psychology, Pre-school & kindergarten, Psychotherapy, Child care & upbringing |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating This engaging book is a comprehensive exploration of children's happiness and success covering a wide range of factors influencing positive functioning. It offers a holistic view of children’s well-being, identifying both threats and catalysts to happiness and success, as well as evidence-based strategies that promote optimal functioning. This engaging book is a comprehensive exploration of children''s happiness and success covering a wide range of factors influencing positive functioning. It offers a holistic view of children’s well-being, identifying both threats and catalysts to happiness and success, as well as evidence-based strategies that promote optimal functioning. The first section of the book delves into the science of happiness, discussing the role of early social relationships, the importance of experiencing positive emotions and flow, spirituality, and physical health. The second section focuses on the science of success, exploring topics such as mindsets, self-control, and executive functions. Finally, the book explores individual and contextual factors explaining why character matters, the influence of media and technology, and the critical role of disadvantaged environments. Presenting happiness as an ongoing journey, intertwined with the pursuit and achievement of personal goals, the book concludes by proposing a new conceptual framework which identifies pivotal contributors to children''s happiness and success such as relationships, self-regulation, and competence. Suited to upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses in child development, family studies, education, and positive psychology, this book is also an invaluable resource for caregivers, educators, and child practitioners. It is a must-read for anyone interested in cultivating a fulfilling, well-lived life for children and adolescents. |
| Imprint Name: | Routledge |
| Publisher Name: | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-12-06 |
