Uncovering the Intersection of Race and Socioeconomic Status in Child Development

Volume 57 of the Advances in Child Development and Behavior series, edited by Daphne A. Henry, presents a comprehensive collection of theoretical and empirical scholarship that sheds light on the complex interplay between race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status (SES) in shaping children’s development and developmental contexts.

Breaking Away from Traditional Approaches

Rather than focusing on the additive effects of race/ethnicity and SES, which is a common limitation in the developmental literature, this book delves into the nuanced relationships between these factors and their impact on child development. The expert contributors explore how the experiences of children of color can vary significantly across the socioeconomic continuum, leading to unique insights into the challenges and opportunities that shape their healthy development.

Key Chapters and Insights

The book covers a range of critical topics, including:

• The Implications of Intersecting Socioeconomic and Racial Identities for Academic Achievement and Well-being
• The Home Environment of Low-Income Latino Children: Challenges and Opportunities
• Profiles of Race/Ethnicity and Socioeconomic Status: Implications for Ethnic/Racial Identity, Discrimination, and Sleep
• Youths’ Sociopolitical Perceptions and Mental Health: Intersections between Race, Class, and Gender

By applying an intersectional lens to developmental science, this collection provides a more comprehensive understanding of the complex factors shaping childhood development, and the ways in which they intersect to influence the lives of minority and majority children alike.

A Valuable Resource for Developmental Professionals

This multidisciplinary volume brings together renowned developmental scholars working at the forefront of their fields, making it an essential resource for developmental psychologists, sociologists, family scientists, and researchers across related disciplines. Its in-depth exploration of multiple dimensions and factors shaping childhood development will inform and enhance the work of professionals dedicated to promoting healthy development in children of all backgrounds.

Book Details:

Publisher: Elsevier Science

Publication Date: July 10, 2019

Language: English

ISBN: 9780128176467, 9780128176474