Contents: Preface. 1. Growth and Development: Concept and Principles. 2. Stages of Growth and Development. 3. Theories of Growth and Development. 4. Physical and Motor Development. 5. Emotional Development. 6. Social Development. 7. Childhood in the Context of Poverty, Globalization and Adult Culture. 8. Socialisation — Concept and Agencies. 9. Counselling of Children in Specific Stressful Conditions. 10. Protection of Child Rights. 11. Child Obesity — Causes and Remedies. 12. Equity Issues and Inclusion. References and Suggested Readings.