The child code : understanding your child's unique nature for happier, more effective parenting

Dick, Danielle M. (Danielle Marie) (author.).

Summary: "A provocative, science-based approach to parenting centered on a child's unique genetic 'code,' from an award-winning developmental psychology professor and researcher"--

Record details

ISBN: 0593192257
ISBN: 9780593192252
Physical Description: viii, 260 pages ; 24 cm
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Publisher: New York : Avery, an imprint of Penguin Random House, [2021]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Introduction. Understanding the child code -- Nature versus nurture: the science is in -- It's complicated: the ways that genes influence our lives -- Getting to know your child: "The big three" dimensions of temperament -- Extraversion: the "ex" factor -- Emotionality: the "em" factor -- Effortful control: the "ef" factor -- Beyond you and your child: predispositions and partners -- When to worry, what to do -- Putting it all together: a new approach to parenting.