Developmental Psychology and Social Change: Research, History and Policy

What is the unique mission of developmental psychology? How has it evolved historically? What are its current challenges? The chapters in this collection present the view that research, history and policy are essential and interlocking components of a mature developmental psychology. In sharp contrast with the view that science is value-neutral, developmental psychologists have from the outset pursued the betterment of children and families through educational, childcare and health initiatives.

Author: David B. Pillemer
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 03/14/2005
Pages: 412
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 1.10d
ISBN: 9780521826181

About the Author
Pillemer, David B.: - David B. Pillemer is the Dr Samuel E. Paul Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of New Hampshire. His research specialty is authobiographical memory across the life span. He has studied memory development in children, memories of adolescence, 'flashbulb' memories of momentous events and memories of educational experiences.White, Sheldon H.: - Sheldon White is John Lindsey Professor of Psychology Emeritus at Harvard University. A developmental psychologist, he has done research on children's learning, attention, and memory. He has chaired committees concerned with the development of a research program for Head Start. He also has been chair of the Board on Children and Families of the National Research Council.