Contemporary Issues in Childhood

Name: Contemporary Issues in Childhood
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Contemporary Issues in ChildhoodA Bio-ecological Approach\nAuthor(s): Zeta Brown, Stephen Ward\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138200760, 978-1138200760\nSynopsis\nContemporary Issues in Childhood provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive introduction to the current influences and challenges that surround childhood, families and communities. The text carefully explores the lives of children and young people to make clear the link between this particular demographic and social contexts such as family, community and society. Key theories and concepts are examined in each chapter, using Bronfenbrenners bio-ecological model to highlight the complex and individual nature of child development. \n\nWritten by highly experienced authors who represent a variety of professional disciplines, the book offers a comprehensive introduction to encourage critical reflection on the influences and experiences of childre.