Great Myths of Child Development

Great Myths of Child Development reveals the latestevidence-based science behind the myths and misconceptions aboutthe developing child.

• Shatters the most commonly-held child development myths
• Reveals the science behind such topical issues astwin-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 drawnfrom popular TV shows and movies, such as Duck Dynasty,Modern Family and Mad Men
• Points to a wealth of supplementary resources for interestedparents—from evidence-based treatments and self-help books torelevant websites

Keywords: Childhood,

Child development, childhood, childhood development, child rearing, childhood myths, child rearing myths, child vaccines, child spanking, imaginary friends, teen sex, teenagers, teenage sex, twin-telepathy, sex-prediction, infant behavior, pre-natal care, day-care, developing child, parenting, education, divorce, child care,