The Laughing Baby

Name: The Laughing Baby
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SKU: 9781783527960
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The extraordinary science behind what makes babies happy

By Caspar Addyman

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Summary

The Laughing Baby by Caspar Addyman explores the science and significance of laughter in early childhood. Based on a wealth of research, it delves into how laughter plays a crucial role in a baby's development, influencing their emotional and cognitive growth. Ideal for parents and anyone interested in child psychology, the book offers insights into creating a joyful environment that fosters learning and connection.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the science behind infant laughter and want to explore how joy and happiness develop from early stages of life. This book provides insights into understanding human emotions, making it perfect for anyone interested in personal growth and developmental psychology.

How laughter and smiles define our cognitive and emotional development at the start of life

How laughter and smiles define our cognitive and emotional development at the start of life

Description

Few things in life are more delightful than sharing in the laughter of a baby. Until now, however, psychologists and parenting experts have largely focused on moments of stress and confusion. Developmental psychologist Caspar Addyman decided to change that.

Since 2012, Caspar has run the Baby Laughter project, collecting data, videos, and stories from parents all over the world. This has provided a fascinating window into what babies are learning and how they develop cognitively and emotionally. Deeper than that, he has observed laughter as the purest form of human connection. It creates a bond that parents and infants share as they navigate the challenges of childhood.

Moving chronologically through the first two years of life, The Laughing Baby explores the origin story for our incredible abilities. In the playful daily lives of babies, we find the beginnings of art, science, music, and happiness. Our infancy is central to what makes us human, and understanding why babies laugh is key to understanding ourselves.

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The Laughing Baby by Caspar Addyman is applauded for its engaging exploration of the science behind why and how babies laugh. Reviewers highlight its blend of heartfelt anecdotes and scientific insights, which make it both informative and entertaining. The book is praised for offering a unique perspective on infant development and the universal joy of laughter.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783527960

Publisher: Boundless Publishing Group Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 April 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Unbound

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 352

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Caspar Addyman Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

Dr Caspar Addyman is a lecturer in psychology and director of the InfantLab at Goldsmiths, University of London. He has degrees in maths and psychology and completed his PhD at the world-renowned Birkbeck Babylab. He has investigated how babies acquire language, concepts and even their sense of time. Since 2012 he has been studying what makes babies laugh and why. His novel, Help Yourself, was published in 2013.

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