The Child, the Family, and the Outside World
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The Child, the Family, and the Outside World
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The Child, the Family, and the Outside World
One of the seminal texts on child development, which continues to influence contemporary ideas on parenting.
The Child, the Family, and the Outside World by D. W. Winnicott remains a pivotal work in the field of child psychiatry. In this landmark publication, re-issued on the fiftieth anniversary of Winnicott's death, the author presents his ground-breaking theories of child development and explores how children gain independence from their parents.
Throughout the book, Winnicott discusses a variety of topics, such as why babies cry, why toddlers exhibit aggression, and how to educate children about sex. Above all, he encourages parents to disregard external pressures and guilt, advising them to rely on their instincts. Winnicott's accessible and non-judgemental approach is as revolutionary now as it was in the 1960s.
Series: Penguin Modern Classics
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The Child, the Family, and the Outside World by D. W. Winnicott is highly praised for its insightful exploration of child development, parenting, and the influences of external environments on family dynamics. Reviewers appreciate its accessible writing style and the compassionate approach Winnicott takes in discussing the complexities of childhood and parental relationships, making it a timeless resource for those interested in child psychology and personal growth.

Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241455685
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 January 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 199.0mm
Weight: 192g
Pages: 256
About the Author
D. W. Winnicott (1896-1971) has been described by Alain de Botton as 'the greatest British psychoanalyst who ever lived'. He was the first paediatrician in Britain to train as a psychoanalyst, and his pioneering research into child development drew on over forty years of clinical practice at the Paddington Green Children's Hospital. His work is increasingly being regarded as one of the most influential contributions to psychoanalysis since Freud.
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