childpsychology
nounUK /ˈtʃaɪld saɪˈkɒlədʒi/
US /ˈtʃaɪld saɪˈkɑːlədʒi/
The study of how kids think and feel.
She wants to study childpsychology so she can help kids who are sad.
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2. The way a particular child thinks and acts.
The teacher paid attention to the childpsychology of each student in her class.
3. Help given to kids with feelings or behavior problems.
The clinic offers childpsychology services for families.
4. A college subject about children's minds.
He took a course in childpsychology last semester.