My Philosophy.
Throughout my exploration of various developmental theories, I have remained committed to a holistic perspective on child development. My philosophy of child development places an emphasis on the nourishment of the child as a whole, the biological roots of behavior, the significance of interpersonal relationships and support, and the impact of various social and cultural contexts on development.
By prioritizing the creation of nurturing environments that foster children's holistic growth and well-being-- and acknowledging the diversity that exists within different communities-- our world can become better equipped to serve the needs of every child.
By prioritizing the creation of nurturing environments that foster children's holistic growth and well-being-- and acknowledging the diversity that exists within different communities-- our world can become better equipped to serve the needs of every child.
Inspiring Research
Delve into some of my favorite research articles that inspire my shape my philosophy and work with children.
The Evolutionary Mismatch Hypothesis: Implications for Psychological Science
Exploring multisensory experiences in infants’ learning and development in the child care classrooms
A Person-Centered Analysis of Adolescent Multicultural Socialization Niches and Academic Functioning
From mothers to children and back: Bidirectional processes in the cross‐generational transmission of anxiety from early childhood to early adolescence
Editorial Perspective: What can we learn from huntergatherers about children’s mental health? An evolutionary perspective
Family Management Practices and Positive Youth Development in Stepfamilies and Single-Mother Families
“Certainly we cannot achieve [peace] by attempting to unite all these people who are so different, but it can be achieved if we begin with the child."
Maria Montessori 