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History of Parenting Practices: Child Development Theories [18:26]
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Put today’s best practices in child rearing into context with this video. Divided into 20-year increments, History of Parenting Practices provides an overview of the events, policies, and theories that shaped how mothers and fathers raised their children over the course of the 20th century. Copyright 2006
Fatherhood [22:25]
New research points to the role that a father plays in his child’s IQ development, social adaptation, and even the stability of that child’s eventual marriage. This video offers a fascinating look at today’s father, and what he can and does mean to his kids.
All About Boys [22:25]
This video analyzes the links between biological and cultural development in boys, and addresses problems—such as Attention Deficit Disorder and behavioral difficulties in schools—that tend to involve boys.
All About Girls [22:25]
This video explores conflicting definitions of femininity and what it means to be a girl, and discusses how parents can help their daughters grow into healthy and well-adjusted adults.
Challenged Kids [22:25]
Assistance is rapidly developing for parents of children with special needs. This video examines the role of science and technology in helping challenged kids enter the mainstream learning community.
Kids and Computers [22:25]
The high-tech revolution is led by children, many of whom possess skills that baffle their parents. From chat rooms to Web pages to kid-created Internet companies, this video explores computer-assisted learning and the value of the “virtual classroom.”
Kids and Language [22:24]
Neuro-imaging has greatly improved our understanding of speech development. This video shows how the early detection and treatment of speech problems could potentially help a generation of children.
Kids under Pressure [22:25]
More American children are showing symptoms of severe stress—from poor academic performance to psychosomatic illnesses. This video illustrates methods that help reduce anxiety in children while building their love of learning.
Kids in the Spotlight [22:25]
Auditions, photo shoots, talent agencies… should they be a part of childhood? This video provides an inside look at the show business game—studying its effects on the families of aspiring child stars.
Teen Parents [22:25]
Over 1,400 teenage girls become pregnant every day in America. This video identifies three sources of support—family, school, and community—that are essential in helping teen parents raise children successfully.
The New Family [22:25]
Can the American family be defined? Today’s isolated nuclear families, some with unmarried or same-sex parents, challenge traditional notions. This video explores the evolution of new family types and what they mean for the future.
The New Pediatrics [22:24]
Corporate medicine is rapidly replacing the traditional family practice. This video provides today’s parents with information and support in navigating the confusing new world of health care.
Siblings [22:25]
Sibling relationships present complex issues. This video untangles the inner dynamics of those relationships, with a focus on birth order and its role in personality development.
Babies - Their Wonderful World: Becoming Independent [50:06]
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This episode investigates the latest research into how we become independent. The show looks at the huge transition babies make as they learn to crawl. New research suggests that crawling triggers a new understanding about the world and its hazards. Professor Elisabeth Hill tests newly crawling babies with a visual cliff - an optical illusion made of perspex that looks like a sheer, vertical drop...
Babies - Their Wonderful World: Becoming You [50:06]
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This episode investigates the latest research into what makes us individuals. It begins with an experiment that looks at temperament. Scientists think that personality is shaped by our basic temperament, how we react to situations. In the lab, Dr Emily Jones finds out if it is possible to spot a baby's temperament at just six months old. She identifies three basic temperaments: calm, excitable and cautious. This episode also explores babies' early language development...
Teens: What Makes Them Tick? [40:42]
Raging hormones. Exploding sexual passion. Rebellion punctuated by tattoos, pierced lips, and unfathomable music. What happens during the teen years to make kids so different? In this fascinating ABC News special, John Stossel talks to a variety of teens and their parents and visits the Harvard Medical School’s Brain Imaging Center to reveal some surprising physiological reasons for teen behavior.

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