Peter L Benson: 3 books
Sparks
How Parents Can Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers
Language: English
Release Date: September 25, 2008
In this practical book, Dr. Peter Benson, a leading authority on childhood and adolescence, describes a simple yet powerful plan for awakening the spark that lives inside each and every young person. Sparks—when illuminated and nurtured—give young people joy, energy, and direction. They have the...
Other People's Kids
Social Expectations and American Adults? Involvement with Children and Adolescents
Language: English
Release Date: December 6, 2012
According to the study conducted by Gallup Organization, only a minority of Americans experience consistent normative motivation for engaging with other people's children. Social norms theory suggests that adults are more likely to get deeply involved if that involvement is viewed as highly important,...
by Pamela Ebstyne King, Dr. Eugene C. Roehlkepartain, Dr. Linda M. Wagener
Language: English
Release Date: August 4, 2005
Language: English
Release Date: August 4, 2005
The Handbook of Spiritual Development in Childhood and Adolescence breaks new ground by articulating the state of knowledge in the area of childhood and adolescent spiritual development. Featuring a rich array of theory and research from an international assortment of leading social scientists in...