Child Guidance

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Child Guidance

Child Guidance (pronunciation: /ʧʌɪld ˈɡʌɪdəns/) is a term used in the field of Child Psychology and Pediatrics to refer to the process of assisting children in their emotional, social, and cognitive development.

Etymology

The term 'Child Guidance' is derived from the English words 'child', meaning a young human being below the age of puberty, and 'guidance', which refers to advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty, particularly as given by someone in authority.

Definition

Child Guidance is a specialized field that focuses on providing support and guidance to children to help them navigate through their developmental stages. This can involve helping children understand their emotions, develop social skills, and enhance their cognitive abilities. It often involves working closely with parents, teachers, and other significant adults in the child's life.

Related Terms

  • Child Development: The biological, psychological, and emotional changes that occur in humans between birth and the end of adolescence.
  • Child Psychology: The branch of psychology that studies the mental, emotional, and social development of children.
  • Pediatrics: The branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.
  • Cognitive Development: The construction of thought processes, including remembering, problem-solving, and decision-making, from childhood through adolescence to adulthood.
  • Social Skills: The skills we use to communicate and interact with each other, both verbally and non-verbally, through gestures, body language, and our personal appearance.

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