The African American Child or Beat the Bloat

The African American Child: Development and Challenges

Author: James A Graham PhD

This book introduces social science students (developmental psychology, social work, sociology, Black World Studies) and other related disciplines (family sciences, education and nursing) to African-American child development. The authors provide: A discussion of the issues that impact the lives of African-American children that typically is not discussed in child development textbooks or is relegated to a paragraph in most developmental textbooks; a balanced discussion of the challenges that impact the lives of African-American children as well as emphasize their strengths and their resiliency; a sampling of research that moves beyond a deficit view of the development of African-American children and takes into account the historical, cultural and social factors that influence developmental outcomes for African-American children is included; critical thinking in social science students about future directions for research on African-American children and their families.

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Reviewer:Gary B Kaniuk, Psy.D.(Cermak Health Services)
Description:This book describes issues that affect African American children, including historical, cultural, and social factors. The authors discuss both the difficulties faced by children of color and how they overcome them.
Purpose:The authors had four goals: "First, we wanted to introduce students to issues that impact the lives of African American children that typically are not discussed in child development textbooks or are relegated to a paragraph in most developmental textbooks. Second, we wanted to present a balanced discussion of the challenges that impact the lives of African American children as well as emphasize their strengths and their resiliency. Third, we wanted to familiarize students with a sampling of research that moves beyond a deficit view of the development of African American children and takes into account the historical, cultural, and social factors that influence developmental outcomes for African American children. Fourth and perhaps most importantly, we wanted to stimulate critical thinking in social science students about future directions for research on African American children and their families."
Audience:Their audience includes "social science students (developmental psychology, social work, sociology, Black World Studies) and other related disciplines (family sciences, education, and nursing) to African American child development." Dr. Harris, associate professor of psychology at Miami University of Ohio, has researched the environmental contributions to preschool and school age cognitive development for the last 17years. Dr. Graham, associate professor of psychology at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ), is interested in the social-cognitive aspects of children's relationships.
Features:The book covers issues such as demographics, health issues, mental health issues and racial identity, and moral development. Each chapter begins with an overview, continues with a personal story or a personal viewpoint about the topic, and concludes with a discussion of current perspectives on African American child development and additional readings. Figures and tables are wonderfully instructive and many chapters include boxes that highlight critical information.
Assessment:This excellent book presents important topics, whetting the appetite to learn more. The authors address issues that readers may not want to hear but need to acknowledge in order to understand and intervene in an intelligent manner. This material will challenge beliefs and, hopefully, motivate readers to do something, both in terms of intervention and future research The book should be required reading for individuals working with African American children and their families (and students who will be).

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Beat the Bloat: Lose Weight, Feel Great!

Author: Helen Foster

Sometimes, no matter what you do, you just can’t get the body you want. That’s because those excess inches aren’t necessarily excess fat: sometimes bloat is to blame, due to bad digestion, dairy intolerance, fluid retention, or stress. Fortunately, this practical, information-packed book by bestselling author Helen Foster shows how to get the slim, sleek look you’ve been trying to achieve.  It explains clearly what bloating is and what causes it, and offers a questionnaire to help you pinpoint the source of your own bloating.  Select one of the four great 14-day diet and lifestyle plans to follow, along with a huge range of recipes, lifestyle tips, and expert advice. It won’t be long before you lose weight, feel great, and never get bloated again!