Why Youth is Not Wasted on the Young: Immaturity in Human DevelopmentISBN: 978-1-4051-4951-8
Hardcover
288 pages
April 2007, Wiley-Blackwell
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Bruce J. Ellis, University of Arizona<!--end-->
"Dave Bjorklund's book is a must read for parents and others who
have an interest in kids, families, and schools. Based on current
and sound scientific research, Bjorklund explains in very clear and
readable, though not simplistic, language the long term importance
of childhood qualities, such as play time and being "immature"-
qualities that are under siege in many quarters of contemporary
society."
Anthony D Pellegrini, University of Minnesota
"In this accessible and provocative work, David Bjorklund argues
that childhood is not just a training for adulthood. Rather, it
serves important adaptive functions that we need to acknowledge and
value."
Michael Rutter, author of "Genes and Behavior"
“A lively, insightful analysis of human behavior from a
novel, evolutionary standpoint; this is essential reading for
anyone seeking to truly understand childhood and today's
children.”
Glenn Weisfeld, Wayne State University
"David Bjorklund, one of the world’s leading developmental
psychologists, has provided us with an intriguing and accessible
treatment of some of the most important questions in the behavioral
sciences today. Why does it take so long for humans to grow up?
And, what is the evolutionary function of children’s
activities while they are growing up? The book will be of interest
to development scientists and to parents and educators wishing to
better understand their children"
David C. Geary, University of Missouri
"In short, the answer to the question of who should read this
book is a simple one: anyone who has an interest—personal,
professional, or both—in how children develop."
PsycCRITIQUES
“Bjorklund is a major contributor to the literature on
evolutionary approaches to understanding child development. His
connections … are original and well supported. Highly
recommended.”
Choice Reviews
“That rare sort of science book that will be interesting
to researchers as well as to laypeople … . Bjorklund is a
beautifully smooth writer.”
American Scientist