Essays and Research Papers on Child Psychology

3 pages worth of information on runaways including some of the socio-psychological reasons why kids leave home, the legal definition of what constitutes a "missing child," and more. Bibliography lists over 20 suggested sources.

A 10 page research paper investigating the similarities and differences of the aging and maturation development process between childhood and adolescence. Specific topics include: physical growth and cognitive and psycho-social maturation. Theorists included are Piaget, Erikson, as well as new theories of pathways related to adolescent development. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Child/Adol.wps

A 5 page paper that explores the research proving that children from nontraditional families are as mentally healthy and well-adjusted as children from traditional families. The body of evidence supports a thesis that these children do no pose a national threat. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

The changing role of the father is examined in this 10 page paper, inclusive of historical references. Numerous studies reveal that a father's role significantly impacts the development of the child, which is separate and distinct from maternal influences. Also noted are differences in black and gay communities and how the male role model is ...

A 6 page research paper investigating the stress parents experience raising a child who has exceptional needs. Topics include types of stress, family functioning, social support, implications for parents and counselors. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page paper that documents the impact of absent fathers on the social, psychological and cognitive development of children. Literature supports the theory that children who are raised by single mothers often exhibit a number of problems relative to their development, including lower test score reflecting cognigitive problems. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page research paper discuses the controversy regarding the effects of having children in day care as opposed to having the child being cared for by a parent. Some researchers believe there is a negative effect, some do not think there is a negative effect. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper exploring the role of parenting in the successes and failures of a child. Bibliography lists six sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the validity of Mary Kurcinka's book, 'Raising Your Spirited Child.' Although this book is not necessarily written by a academic specialist, it is a book which has taken a great deal of scientific research, and behavioral research into consideration in providing a very complete book that enables the parent ...

A 24 page research paper emphasizing different disciplinary techniques. Emphasis is on how children respond to being told "no." The predominant reaction if rebellion and resentment. Other techniques for saying "no" were explored including Positive Discipline and Induction. Extensive bibliography is included.

A 3 page research essay that investigates how to reduce aggressive behavior in young children. The writer reports on two research studies, one in the home and one in the classroom. Each uses a similar behavior management strategy and both are successful. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper that reviews the Adaptive Behavior Inventory (1986) designed to measure five different functional behavior categories. A general overview of the measurement is offered, followed by reliability and validity coefficients derived for the measurement. Cautions of using the scales are also offered. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 9 page paper discussing the death of a young child in a sudden and often violent manner. The siblings and the fact that they have been neglected in terms of research and counseling are the main focus. Children can be simple and not understand what has happened like adults do and it is important ...

Lawrence Kohlberg has presented a theory of the stages in moral development that is appropriate as a guide to understanding the process of moral determination for the adolescent. Systems theory states that all of the components of a system come together in the formation of the person. Social cognitive theory (SCT) explains behavior through the ...

A 7 page research paper exploring the efficacy of needing theoretical frameworks to understand child development. Two specific cases were explored: child abuse victims and sibling and peer interactions. Lacking the theories we would not be able to understand why children do some of their behaviors. An extensive bilbiography is included.

A 5 page essay explaining moral development according to Piaget and Kohlberg. Tables illustrate each theorist's sequence of development in childhood. Similarities are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 10 page research paper examines the evolution of child personality development. The conclusion that a child's personality is firmly in place at birth is based upon presented evidence. Bibliography lists 14 sources.

A 6 page analysis of the Florence Littauer book, How to Get Along with Difficult People that gives a comprehensive overview of this work. Littauer uses the four personality classifications described by Hippocrates and applies to them recognizable modern characters that one might meet at church. Although written as a popular work, the writer argues ...

A 5 page essay comparing Adler's ideas on birth order with those on development by Erikson and Freud, using Erikson's study on Martin Luther. The writer also makes a brief comparison to Sulloway. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page overview of parental attachment and its relation to birth order. Discusses the need for additional research on parental attachment. Uses the literature discussing the importance of family structure to individual development and achievement to illuminate the importance of birth order. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing Adler's theory involving children, feelings of insecurity, feelings of superiority, and how these feelings involve social interactions. A lecture presented by Adler in 1933 is used to illustrate his views in regards to this issue and a through examination and analysis of his theory is included. While his extremes may ...

A 20 page overview of the impacts, both perceived and assumed, of birth order on cognitive development and learning. Provides an extensive review of the literature and makes suggestions for additional research. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 5 page essay identifies and describes the major components of Kohlberg's theory. Examples of how one might behave at each stage are offered. Speculation as to whether or not an individual can be taught to reason or behave in a moral manner is also covered.

A 12 page research paper on Margaret Mahler's theories of early childhood identity development. The writer details the theory, its uses and its critics. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In 5 pages, the writer discusses some of the theories of Piaget that relate to adolescence. Jean Piaget was a psychologist that formulated many common theories pertaining to children and their learning. A great deal of his work dealt with the adolescent. Those theories have practical value for one's understanding of adolescence. ...