Developmental Psychology
Updated Nov 15, 2026 2:00 AM PT
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Current reporting, research and professional developments across Developmental Psychology, curated for psychologists and behavioral-health professionals.
Could a simple vitamin C supplement during pregnancy help protect a baby's emotional development? New research suggests that higher vitamin C intake during pregnancy may help reduce the effects ...
School psychology is easily the most versatile and multifaceted branch of psychology, but school psychologists struggle to gain attention for the valuable work that they do.
does it truly take to grow, transform, and evolve? In this deep and insightful conversation, Anand Rao, founder of
Psychology—it is the science of the "mind" and "behavior."How do humans and animals feel, think, learn, interact with others, and behave? It is an academic discipline that objectively clarifies these ...
When a child solves a problem with the help of a teacher or a more experienced classmate, according to Lev Vygotsky, they are already demonstrating not only what they know, but also the direction in ...
A familiar animal can offer companionship, opportunities to practice empathy, and foster a sense of responsibility.
My child hasn't been able to go to school lately... but I'm also concerned about their development, and I'm wondering if they can use child development support or after-school day services. Are you wo ...
There is a serious shortage of teachers in special needs schools where children with disabilities attend.According to survey results released by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and ...
Hello☺This time, I would like to think together about the future of childcare and child development.On October 23, 2026, the 'Committee on Child Development up to Early Childhood' was held at the ...
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 29 (PTI) The media has an important role in raising awareness about the developmental delays and disabilities in children, improving access to reliable information and ...
October 29, 2026For those who have memorized developmental theories and test terminology but struggle with decision-making in four-choice questions involving clinical scenariosEven though you have ...
UNICEF India hosts a media workshop on inclusive early childhood development and ethical AI storytelling to combat misinformation and stigma.
In the desire for them to 'be able to do it'Located in Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama, 'Yuwakko no Ouchi' is a child development support center operated in conjunction with Kohoku Kindergarten. When Yuwakko ...
"I want to be a force for good for children and their families."As you pursue a career in psychology with that wish in mind, have you ever felt this way?"In psychotherapy or counseling, I only get to ...
Anxiety is a normal part of childhood, but it becomes a disorder when fear or worry is excessive, persistent, difficult to control and interferes with daily life. In children, anxiety may appear ...
Child development centre (CDC) of govt medical college hospital in Thiruvananthapuram will do a study on grief among parents of autistic children to develop support tool.
UNICEF highlights early intervention for autism at a Thiruvananthapuram workshop, stressing inclusive development and multi-sectoral support.
Last week, I visited three cities as part of a committee inspection from Nishio City.The first day was in Kawasaki City. Kawasaki City has shortened waiting periods by dividing roles: they have establ ...
"Is it too early for developmental support when they are only one year old?" "My child is still so small, I don't know what to do even though I'm worried." Even if you have concerns about your child's ...
The 1970s were a time of cultural experimentation, looser rules, and a growing belief that children were resilient enough to
Seeing your child interact with an empty room might raise immediate concerns about their mental health. Yet child psychiatrists confirm that invisible companions actively boost language skills, ...
Many children who struggle with reading, focus, or coordination aren’t simply behind. They may be carrying primitive reflexes that the […] ...
Children with developmental disabilities are more likely to become school non-attenders.Seeing these numbers might have made some of you feel uneasy.According to research by the Ministry of Education, ...
Asia-Pacific forum in Jakarta calls for sustainable funding and climate-responsive systems to strengthen early childhood development.
Child development experts and early educators explain why prioritizing play, emotional regulation, motor skills, and executive function between ages 3 and 6 creates a stronger foundation for lifelong ...
Your child lies down on the floor in front of the snack aisle at the supermarket and screams, "Aaaah!" You feel self-conscious about the people around you and end up scolding them harshly. On the way ...
This week, the second Bana Pele Leadership Summit is taking place in Gauteng. Bana Pele means ‘children first’ in Sesotho. It is a campaign led by the Department of Basic Education to strengthen and ...
Many parents hear the name "Child Development Support Center" for the first time when they are applying for services or visiting facilities. It is understandable to feel confused, wondering, "How is ...
I teach developmental psychology at a university. In my lectures, I tell my students, "It is important to be responsive to a child's needs" and "Stable attachment formation becomes the foundation for ...
To understand the developmental stages of infants and young children, I will present Piaget's theory of cognitive development.This theory, proposed by Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget, suggests that a ...