| Description |
xii, 191 pages ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
1. Theories of childhood separation : an overview -- 2. Socio-genealogical connectedness : in theoretical context -- 3. Socio-genealogical knowledge : a missing dimension in Bowlby's 'forty-four juvenile thieves' study? -- 4. Socio-genealogical connectedness and the well-being of children of divorce -- 5. Further research evidence : the gender question -- 6. Socio-genealogical knowledge and self-identity -- 7. Divorce and parental alienation syndrome : socio-genealogical implications -- 8. Research, policy and practice implications |
| Summary |
"This book explores the premise that a proper understanding of the complex inner world of modern day separated children and their psycho-social development requires a shift in focus or emphasis. It presents the notion of socio-genealogical connectedness as a new theoretical framework for studying and promoting these children's growth and development. This new theory simultaneously challenges and complements existing notions of psycho-social development, including attachment theory and Erikson's psycho-social theory of personality development. Owusu-Bempah proposes that this sense of socio-genealogical connectedness is an essential factor in children's adjustment to separation, and their emotional and mental health; much like those adopted, separated children suffer a loss of genealogical continuity, and hence, loss of 'self'. This hypothesis is discussed and ultimately supported through both the author's own research and a broad selection of theoretical and empirical material from other areas." "The book further considers the implications of this notion of socio-genealogical connectedness for childcare policy and practice, as well as directions for future research in this and related fields. Children and Separation is an invaluable resource for academics, students and childcare professionals. The accessible style of the book ensures that it will also be useful to parents and anybody affected by childhood separation."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Parental deprivation.
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Loss (Psychology) in children.
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Attachment behavior in children.
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Personality development.
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| LC no. |
2006101418 |
| ISBN |
9780415342124 hardback |
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0415342120 hardback |
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