Nurturing Children and Families: Building on the Legacy of T. Berry Brazelton / Edition 1

by Barry M. Lester, Joshua D. Sparrow

Overview

This volume celebrates the work and influence of T. Berry Brazelton, one of the world's foremost pediatricians, by bringing together contributions from researchers and clinicians whose own pioneering work has been inspired by Brazelton's foundations in the field of child development.

• Includes contributions from experts influenced by the work of Brazelton  from a wide range of fields, including pediatrics, psychology, nursing, early childhood education, occupational therapy, and public policy
• Provides an overview of the field of child development, from the explosion of infant research in the 1960s to contemporary studies
• Outlines the achievements and influence of T. Berry Brazelton, one of the world's foremost pediatricians, and his lasting influence in continuing research, practice, and public policy

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781118344651
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	08/27/2012
Pages:	416
Product dimensions:	8.80(w) x 6.00(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Barry M. Lester, Ph.D., is Professor of Psychiatry & Human Behavior and Professor of Pediatrics at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. Lester founded and serves as Director of the Center for the Study of Children at Risk at Brown Alpert Medical School and Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island.  Dr. Lester has been a member of NIH study sections and of the National Advisory Council on Drug Abuse at NIDA. He is past president of the International Association for Infant Mental Health and the author of more than 200 scientific publications and 16 books.

Child psychiatrist Joshua D. Sparrow, M.D., is Director of Special Initiatives at the Brazelton Touchpoints Center and Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at the Harvard Medical School. He is co-author with T. B. Brazelton of nine books and a weekly New York Times syndicate column.

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Table of Contents

Notes on Contributors ix

Preface xxiv
Joshua D. Sparrow and Barry M. Lester

Acknowledgments xxx

About T. Berry Brazelton xxxii

A Tribute to T. Berry Brazelton xxxv
Geoffrey Canada

Part I A Scientific Revolution in Behavioral and Developmental Research 1

Section I Changing Paradigms 3

1 Transforming the Research Landscape 3
Barry M. Lester

2 Aligning Systems of Care with the Relational Imperative of Development: Building Community through Collaborative Consultation 15
Joshua D. Sparrow

Section II Advances in Understanding Fetal and Newborn Behavior 29

3 Before Infant Assessment: Fetal Neurobehavior 29
Amy L. Salisbury

4 The Development of the NBAS: A Turning Point in Understanding the Newborn 42
J. Kevin Nugent

5 Keys to Developing Early Parent–Child Relationships 53
Kathryn E. Barnard

6 Prenatal Depression Effects on Neurobehavioral Dysregulation 64
Tiffany Field

Section III Self-Regulatory and Relational Processes 73

7 A New Look at Parent–Infant Interaction: Infant Arousal Dynamics 73
Daniel N. Stern

8 Infants and Mothers: Self- and Mutual Regulation and Meaning Making 83
Ed Tronick

Section IV Regression and Reorganization in Relational Models of Development 95

9 Patterns of Instability and Change: Observations on Regression Periods in Typically Developing Infants 95
Mikael Heimann

10 The Four Whys of Age-Linked Regression Periods in Infancy 107
Frans X. Plooij

Section V Relational and Contextual Developmental Models 121

11 An Ethical Framework for Educating Children with Special Needs and All Children 121
Stanley I. Greenspan

12 Protective Environments in Africa and Elsewhere 132
Robert A. LeVine

Section VI Neuroscience Perspectives on Relational and Developmental Models 141

13 A Neurobiological Perspective on the Work of Berry Brazelton 141
Allan N. Schore

14 Hidden Regulators Within the Mother–Infant Interaction 154
Myron Hofer

15 Temperaments as Sets of Preparedness 164
Jerome Kagan

Part II From Theory to Practice: Innovations in Clinical Intervention 175

Section I Preventive Interventions: Home Visitation 177

16 Touchpoints in a Nurse Home Visiting Program 177
Kristie Brandt and J. Michael Murphy

17 The Nurse–Family Partnership 192
David L. Olds

Section II Early Interventions: The Care of Infants Born Preterm 205

18 Advances in the Understanding and Care of the Preterm Infant 205
Heidelise Als

19 Fueling Development by Enhancing Infant–Caregiver Relationships: Transformation in the Developmental Therapies 219
Rosemarie Bigsby

Section III Infant Mental Health and the Treatment of Early Trauma 231

20 Infant Mental Health 231
Charles H. Zeanah and Paula Doyle Zeanah

21 Ghosts and Angels in the Nursery: Conflict and Hope in Raising Babies 242
Alicia F. Lieberman and William W. Harris

22 Understanding and Helping Traumatized Infants and Families 254
Joy D. Osofsky and Howard J. Osofsky

23 Child Maltreatment: The Research Imperative and the Exportation of Results to Clinical Contexts 264
Dante Cicchetti and Sheree L. Toth

Part III Translational Science: Implications for Professional Development, Systems of Care, and Policy 275

Section I Changing Practice and Improving Care through Professional Development 277

24 Developing the Infant Mental Health Workforce: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strengths for Translating Research to Professional Development and Practice 277
Libby Zimmerman

25 The Touchpoints Approach for Early Childhood Care and Education Providers 288
Jayne Singer and John Hornstein

26 Early Innovations in Behavioral/Developmental Pediatric Fellowship Training: A Fresh Approach to Medical Professional Development 300
Constance H. Keefer

Section II Innovating Change in Service Delivery, Systems of Care, and Policy 309

27 The Birth of Child Life: Creating a Child-Friendly, Developmental Hospital Environment 309
Myra D. Fox

28 Improving Healthcare Service Delivery Systems and Outcomes with Relationship-based Nursing Practices 321
Ann C. Stadtler, Julie C. Novak, and Joshua D. Sparrow

29 Translating the Science of Early Childhood Development into Policy and Practice 332
Daniel Pedersen and Jack P. Shonkoff

30 Placing Relationships at the Core of Early Care and Education Programs 341
Francine Jacobs, Mallary I. Swartz, Jessica Dym Bartlett, and M. Ann Easterbrooks

Section III Changing Ways of Being 353

31 Respect and Healing 353
Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot

Index 363

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"As T. Berry Brazelton, his colleagues and many students show in this book, the adaptability of infants and the protectiveness of parents and families shield many poor children from the full impact of severe adversities such as malnutrition, disease and neglect. This book outlines theory and research needed to nurture children and families, including in resource-poor countries."
—Linda Richter, Human Sciences Research Council, South Africa

"The chapters represented in this edited volume represent a fitting tribute to "America's Pediatrician." Written by a cadre of distinguished scholars, this book eloquently captures the essence of Dr. Brazelton's many contributions to our understanding of child development."
—Charles A. Nelson III, Children's Hosptial Boston/Harvard Medical School

"This very impressive collection of papers by outstanding scholars is a fitting tribute to our nation's greatest living pediatrician. Like Brazelton himself has done, these papers move pediatrics from children's illnesses to their behavioral development with an emphasis on the all-important parent/child relationship."
—Edward Zigler, Yale University

"Anyone who has heard T. Berry Brazelton speak will know why he has inspired so many researchers and clinicians. This book captures the inspiration of many who have listened and learned, and it will inspire you."
—Trecia Wouldes, University of Auckland

"From Barcelona, professionals in early childhood express our deepest thanks to Dr. Brazelton for his work characterized by a comprehensive understanding of the child, especially in the neonatal period."
—Carme Costas-Moragas, PhD, Director, NBAS Training Site, Barcelona

"This outstanding volume brings together groundbreaking research and profound clinical knowledge and celebrates the pioneering work of T. Berry Brazelton."
—Karl Heinz Brisch, LMU - Klinikum der Universität München

"T. Berry Brazelton has taught parents and pediatricians to perceive and respect the sociable vitality of a newborn baby and how a growing child seeks health and self-confidence in life with affectionate companions. This book, inspired by his life’s work, is important for all concerned with the well-being of children, their families, and our society."
—Colwyn Trevarthen, University of Edinburgh

"What a perfect tribute to Berry Brazelton—a book that brings together many of the seminal leaders from child development, medicine, and education whom he has nurtured so that they can nurture us with their groundbreaking work!"
—Ellen Galinsky, President, Families and Work Institute, Author, Mind in the Making

"This book is a treasure. Filled with the discoveries of brilliant scientists it honors Berry Brazelton by mirroring his respectful approach to children and parents and his conviction that by really watching children we can find out what they need."
—J. Ronald Lally Ed.D, Co director, Center for Child & Family Studies

"These two prominent authors provide a wealth of great information for parents, professionals and everyone interested in the development of our children."
—Judith S. Palfrey, MD, Children's Hospital, Boston

This book is a gem.  Not only does is sparkle with the accomplishments of Brazelton, but it contains brilliant crystallized reviews of work by today's leading researchers and clinicians who have been inspired by him.   It is a wonderful read as well as a resource that will be treasured.

—Robert N. Emde, M.D., University of Colorado School of Medicine

Editorial Reviews

This classic collection will enrich every infant mental health professional’s understanding of the legacy of T. Berry Brazelton and his influence on the infant and family field.”  (Perspectives, Spring 2013)

"My concluding thoughts about this book are that Brazelton's genius has infiltrated so many areas influencing parenting, child rearing, neuroscience, etc. The authors of these chapters have honored Brazelton and shown how they and their research have benefitted from his life's work." (Education, Practice, and Research, 2011)

"Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty/professionals; general readers." (Choice , 1 April 2011)

"Although this book may be of more interest to those teaching at the university level, we thought we'd share it with everyone because of the varied nature of the content and the debt we owe to Dr. Brazelton for his pioneering work on behalf of children." (The Seca Reporter, summer 2010)

From the Publisher