Philippe Rochat Bücher

Exploring the concepts of time and self-consciousness, this work delves into how finitude and separation shape our understanding of existence. It challenges contemporary physics theories that dismiss time as an illusion or non-existent, advocating for a reclamation of time's significance. Through philosophical inquiry, the book invites readers to reflect on the essence of human experience and the reality of temporal existence.

"As they stare at crib mobiles, their mothers, or their own toes, what do infants know? What do they feel, and how do they come to understand what's happening around them and within their own bodies? What do they perceive and know about objects? How do they begin to construe others as persons with feelings and intentions? These questions inspire this remarkable new look at the infant's world. The short answer: Infants are much more sophisticated perceivers, feelers, and thinkers of their world than we may assume.". "In this Philippe Rochat departs from traditional approaches in psychology to make a case for an ecological approach to human development. Looking at the ecological niche infants occupy, he describes how infants develop capabilities and conceptual understanding in relation to three interrelated domains: the self, objects, and other people. Drawing on the great body of contemporary "competent infant" research, Rochat offers a thoughtful overview of many current controversial topics, from neonatal imitation, to early numerosity, to the development of self-awareness. In a provocative conclusion, he describes infancy as a series of key transitions - so dramatic that they are sometimes called "revolutions" - and maps out the mechanisms and processes that impel development."--BOOK JACKET.

Exploring the psychology of ownership and sharing, this book delves into how these concepts manifest in various cultures. It examines the underlying motivations and social dynamics that influence human behavior regarding possession and communal sharing. Through cross-cultural analysis, the work reveals insights into the significance of ownership in shaping identities and relationships, highlighting both the universal and culturally specific aspects of these fundamental human experiences.