Guilford Series on Social and Emotional Development The of Competence

This book explores the development of emotional competence in school age children and young adolescents. Saarni examines the formation of eight key emotional skills and explores why and what happens when development is delayed. Synthesizing the latest research and theory with compelling narratives and case vignettes, this book explores the development of emotional competence in school-age children and young adolescents. Saarni examines the formation of eight key emotional skills in relation to processes of self-understanding, socialization, and cognitive growth. The cultural and gender context of emotional experience is emphasized, and the role of moral disposition and other individual differences is considered. Tracing the connections between emotional competence, interpersonal relationships, and resilience in the face of stress, the book also explores why and what happens when development is delayed.

Pagina's: 381, Editie: Eerste editie, Paperback, Guilford Publications