Why Love Matters. Book Summary

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Sue Gerhardt

What’s inside

Why Love Matters explains how affectionate care from parents and caregivers influences children’s brain development, emotional health, and personal relationships throughout their lives.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding the importance of early emotional bonds
  • Learning about infant brain development
  • Improving parenting and caregiving strategies
  • Enhancing professional knowledge in child psychology

Key Points

  • The Critical Role of Early Attachment
  • Brain Development and Emotional Regulation
  • The Impact of Stress on Infants
  • The Significance of Parental Affection
  • Long-term Effects on Behavior and Health
  • Preventive Strategies for Better Outcomes

Who’s it For

  • Parents
  • Educators
  • Psychology Students
  • Caregivers
  • Therapists
  • Social Workers

About the author

Sue Gerhardt is a psychoanalytic psychotherapist known for her work on early attachment relationships and children’s emotional development.