In the Beginning: Development in the First Two Years

By Judy F. Rosenblith

In the Beginning provides comprehensive coverage of studies of infancy in the first two years, and helps students acquire an understanding of research methodology while learning about the general subject of infant development. The first section, Conception Through Birth, includes chapters on genetic abnormalities and counselling, and the influence of prenatal environment on constitution. The second section, Birth to Two Years, includes: development of basic characteristics, conditioning and memory, sensory abilities, cognitive development, and early communicative behaviour.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803935331
• ISBN13: 9780803935334
• Release Date: March 1989
• Publisher: SAGE Publications, Inc
• Length: 590 Pages
• Weight: 2.54 lbs.