Child Personality Development Analyzed
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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.
Filename: Kidpsych.wps

Child Prodigies/Social Problems
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A 4 page research paper that investigates how being a musical "child prodigy" can affect the emotional health and social skills of a gifted child. Extrapolating from research regarding gifted children in general and also from anecdotal evidence, the writer argues that being in the spotlight at an early age can cause social maladjustment and emotional problems. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khchprod.rtf

Child Psychology and Schools of Thought
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of different schools of thought in psychology as it looks at a hypothetical case involving a child with behavioral problems. Behavioral, cognitive and traditional approaches are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Child Sexual Abuse / The Predator
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An 8 page research paper in which the writer considers the issues of child sexual abuse. This paper explores what is abuse, who are abusers and what the effects of abuse are to the children. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Chabuse.doc

Childhood / Theories of Moral Development / Literature Review
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A 12 page comprehensive review of journal articles related to theories of moral development in children. The writer reviews different works from experts in the field of child development. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
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Childhood / Theories Of Moral Development / Literature Review # 2
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A 12 page review of current literature that supports Kohlberg, Carol Gilligan and Piaget's theories relative to moral development. The writer divides the information into categories that have an impact on development, from gender specificity to socio-economic influences. Current journal articles are used to support the writer's theory that there are many influences on moral development and that this development takes place within a culture, a society, and a family structure that influences development. Bibliography lists approximately 25 sources.
Filename: Devmora2.wps

Childhood Behavior
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A 7 page research paper that gives a summation on the current research regarding the influences of environment and genetics on the development of childhood behavior. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Childhood Depression and Suicide: The Appropriate Role of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) in Treatment
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A 10 page discussion of depression and suicidal tendencies among children. While the suicide rate has actually declined since the introduction of SSRIs, there is a growing concern that these drugs many contribute to suicidal thoughts and behavior among some children. Is it possible that the declining suicide rate is not a reflection of SSRI usage but of some other factor? This paper explores the validity of the concerns over SSRIs. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPchdSui.rtf

Childhood Growth And Development: Birth Through Three Years Old
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6 pages in length. The extent to which birth through three years old is a critical period with regard to individual development is both grand and far-reaching. Myriad theorists have charted this time frame by means of cognitive and emotional development, with the common denominator among them all being that what is learned during this period will shape the child's entire adolescent and adult life. Piaget and Erikson, whose respective works represent two of the most widely acclaimed theories of childhood development, illustrate just how crucial certain stages are between the ages of birth to three years old. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: TLCChldD.rtf

Childhood Onset Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms Prior To Diagnosis
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5 pages in length. There is no longer any question – clinical, scientific or anecdotal - as to whether children can be diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a mental imbalance typically attributed to adults. What is especially difficult about making this diagnosis, however, is the manner by which bipolar symptoms closely mimic those of other childhood disorders like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCBipolarCH.rtf

Childhood Prejudice / An Aspect of Socio-Moral Development
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A 12 page research paper on the development of childhood prejudice. The writer looks at the formation of racial preferences, stereotyping, and supports all ideas with existing research studies from journal articles. The point is made that classroom settings are of particular importance to this area of research and consequently, appropriate educational suggestions are made for reducing the development and continuation of the destructive "hate cycle." Bibliography lists approximately 20 sources.
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