Greenspan, Stanley I

Examine how, during childhood, humans make a leap from simple, genetically programmed behavior to symbolic thinking, language, and culture, explaining the scientific and psychological factors behind the shift in thinking.

Describes the characteristics of five types of "problem" children: highly sensitive, self-absorbed, defiant, inattentive, and active/aggressive; discusses how it feels to be them; and explains how to effectively parent them, also covering environmental and dietary influences.

Explores the idea that intelligence is influenced more by specific early emotional experiences rather than heredity and discusses the implications of this theory on child development, science, and learning.