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'''Thomas Berry Brazelton''' (May 10, 1918 – March 13, 2018) was an American [[pediatrician]], [[author]], and developer of the [[Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale]] (NBAS). He was one of the most influential figures in the field of [[pediatrics]] and [[child development]]. | |||
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==Early life and education== | |||
Brazelton was born in [[Waco, Texas]]. He attended [[Princeton University]], where he graduated with a degree in [[psychology]] in 1940. He then attended [[Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons]], earning his [[Doctor of Medicine|M.D.]] in 1943. | |||
== | ==Career== | ||
Brazelton | After completing his medical degree, Brazelton served in the [[United States Navy]] during [[World War II]]. Following his military service, he completed a residency in [[pediatrics]] at [[Massachusetts General Hospital]]. | ||
== | ===Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale=== | ||
Brazelton is best known for developing the [[Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale]] (NBAS), also known as the "Brazelton Scale." This scale is used to assess the physical and neurological responses of newborns, as well as their emotional well-being and individual differences. The NBAS has been instrumental in changing the way healthcare professionals and parents understand and interact with newborns. | |||
===Books and media=== | |||
Brazelton authored over 200 scholarly papers and 30 books on pediatrics and child development. His books, such as "[[Infants and Mothers]]" and "[[Touchpoints]]", have been widely read by both professionals and parents. He also hosted the television program "What Every Baby Knows," which brought his insights into child development to a broader audience. | |||
==Legacy== | |||
Brazelton's work has had a profound impact on the field of pediatrics and the understanding of child development. His emphasis on the importance of early childhood experiences and the role of parents in child development has influenced generations of pediatricians and parents. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[Pediatrics]] | |||
* [[Child development]] | * [[Child development]] | ||
* [[Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale]] | * [[Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale]] | ||
[[Category:American pediatricians]] | [[Category:American pediatricians]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:1918 births]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:2018 deaths]] | ||
[[Category:Princeton University alumni]] | [[Category:Princeton University alumni]] | ||
[[Category:Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons alumni]] | [[Category:Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons alumni]] | ||
[[Category:People from Waco, Texas]] | [[Category:People from Waco, Texas]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:14, 15 February 2025
American pediatrician and author
Thomas Berry Brazelton (May 10, 1918 – March 13, 2018) was an American pediatrician, author, and developer of the Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale (NBAS). He was one of the most influential figures in the field of pediatrics and child development.
Early life and education[edit]
Brazelton was born in Waco, Texas. He attended Princeton University, where he graduated with a degree in psychology in 1940. He then attended Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, earning his M.D. in 1943.
Career[edit]
After completing his medical degree, Brazelton served in the United States Navy during World War II. Following his military service, he completed a residency in pediatrics at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale[edit]
Brazelton is best known for developing the Neonatal Behavioral Assessment Scale (NBAS), also known as the "Brazelton Scale." This scale is used to assess the physical and neurological responses of newborns, as well as their emotional well-being and individual differences. The NBAS has been instrumental in changing the way healthcare professionals and parents understand and interact with newborns.
Books and media[edit]
Brazelton authored over 200 scholarly papers and 30 books on pediatrics and child development. His books, such as "Infants and Mothers" and "Touchpoints", have been widely read by both professionals and parents. He also hosted the television program "What Every Baby Knows," which brought his insights into child development to a broader audience.
Legacy[edit]
Brazelton's work has had a profound impact on the field of pediatrics and the understanding of child development. His emphasis on the importance of early childhood experiences and the role of parents in child development has influenced generations of pediatricians and parents.
