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What Is the Family Impact on Early Childhood Development?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Alison LaFortune

During early childhood, a parent's attitudes and values can be passed on to the child. During this time their self concept is forming, and can be heavily influenced by their parents, according to Heather Weiss, Founder and Director of the Harvard Family Research Project.