Vadovėlio aukštųjų mokyklų studentams „Vaiko ir paauglio psichologija“ anotacija

Abstract

This textbook was developed for a graduate course bearing the same title. In contrast to mainstream development psychology textbooks, which focus on core concepts, theories, and studies, this textbook focuses on the challenges faced by today’s psychologists, educators, and social workers working with children and adolescents. The textbook consists of 19 chapters covering the key issues affecting virtually every family in one way or another. The issues covered in the textbook include, among others, development of self-regulation, TV and computer use, development of consumer habits in childhood, preparation for school, promotion of learning motivation, youth employment, development of identity in adolescence. Selection of the topics was based on feedback from school psychology practitioners, hence the textbook covers those issues which parents and educators most often perceive as challenges requiring professional advice of psychologists. The material is presented in accessible manner so that the book could serve not only as a textbook for psychology students, but also as a source of ideas and practical advice for parents wishing to gain better understanding of their children.