What do children need to develop properly? And what can parents do or not do regarding the upbringing of their children to contribute to this?

Since parenting is an extremely important and challenging task, parents are constantly seeking advice on practices that promote the healthy development and well-being of their children. Research and theories in the field of child psychology indicate that they can make a difference and what they need is the right knowledge on how to behave and function effectively.

In this direction, the present book aims to contribute. It describes contemporary theories on parenting and child development in a simple, accessible, and understandable way, presenting a wealth of examples for appropriate practices in the context of daily parent-child interaction from infancy to adolescence. It thus serves as a comprehensive guide.