Main description:

The mental health of children is a current concern, and this applies even to the earliest years of a child's life. This book supports trainees and practitioners working in early years contexts to understand the risk factors which can result in the development of mental health needs in children from birth to 5. It argues that high quality early years provision can mitigate against some of these risk factors and provides clear, evidence-informed guidance around government policy, transitions, attachment and working with parents or carers.

Contents:

Introduction

Factors that put young children at risk
The significance of attachment in the early years
Developing resilience in the early years
Working in partnership to address needs
The importance of self-regulation in the early years
Identifying and supporting mental health needs in the early years
High quality provision in the early years for mitigating risk
Mental health in the Early Years Foundation Stage framework