书目名称 | Handbook of Applied Developmental Science in Sub-Saharan Africa |
编辑 | Amina Abubakar,Fons J.R. van de Vijver |
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概述 | Links mainstream developmental science with its applications in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).Collates research from Africa to inform developmental science worldwide of strengths and weaknesses in its appl |
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描述 | .This handbook collates research evidence and presents the most up-to-date findings on child development in Sub-Saharan Africa. It discusses complex risk factors and medical conditions affecting childhood outcomes, and spotlights emerging programs for enhancing literacy and cognitive development. The panel of expert contributors offer needed context and knowledge to the discussion of previously understudied topics. Chapters present proven intervention strategies currently in use across the diverse region. In addition, this handbook provides guidelines for culturally sensitive and ethical research that will inform practice and help shape policy goals and initiatives. .Topics featured in the .Handbook .include:. .· Fatherhood in the African context. .· Sibling care-giving and its implications in Sub-Saharan Africa. .· Nutritional status, infections, and child development.· Diabetes in Sub-Saharan African children. .· How to adapt tests for Sub-Saharan Africa..· Interventions aimed at children and caregivers..· A culturally sensitive approach to conducting research and promoting initial literacy development in Africa. The .H |
出版日期 | Book 2017 |
关键词 | Applied child development in Sub-Saharan Africa; Applied developmental science in non-Western setting |
版次 | 1 |
doi | https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-7328-6 |
isbn_softcover | 978-1-4939-8454-1 |
isbn_ebook | 978-1-4939-7328-6 |
copyright | Springer Science+Business Media LLC 2017 |