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Children's Unspoken Language

Children's Unspoken Language

Author: Gwyneth Doherty-Sneddon
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date: 01 Feb 2003
ISBN-13: 9781843101208
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Description


Gwyneth Doherty-Sneddon, a developmental psychologist and the mother of two young children, demonstrates the way in which a young child's developing personality and intelligence is revealed through non-verbal communication. She shows how parents and other adults have the potential to facilitate a child's social and intellectual growth through acknowledging and responding to this unspoken language.
Taking an in-depth look at four of the channels of non-verbal communication - hand gesture, facial expression, eye gaze and touch - this accessible text follows the development of young children from birth to late primary school age. Using jargon-free language Children's Unspoken Language is invaluable reading for parents and professionals alike.


Table of Contents


Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction. 2. The Balancing Act of Social Relationships. 3. Hand Gestures. 4. Eye Gaze. 5. Facial Expressions. 6. Touch and Social Development. 7. Conclusion. References. Index.


Author Description


Gwyneth Doherty-Sneddon is a developmental psychologist and a lecturer in psychology at the University of Stirling. She has contributed considerably to the developmental psychology and childcare literature and has a young son called Dylan and a daughter called Charlotte.






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