Re-energising the role of vitalism theory in child development, nature orientation and research

Carlyle, Donna (2018) Re-energising the role of vitalism theory in child development, nature orientation and research. Contemporary Issues in Early Childhood, 19 (3). pp. 246-255. ISSN 1463-9491

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Abstract

This article discusses the merits of vitalism theory in practice. It suggests a more creative and ecological approach to vitalism theory in the field of child health and development as a way of unlocking childhood potential and research innovation. By using an example from the author’s doctoral research concept (based on Deleuzian ideas) for children, viewing children socially, culturally and philosophically as ‘vectors of entanglements’, the author seeks to demonstrate and encourage the application of vitalism across health, education and participatory research.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Children, early years, life force, nature orientation, research participation, vitalism theory
Subjects: L900 Others in Social studies
Department: Faculties > Health and Life Sciences > Social Work, Education and Community Wellbeing
Depositing User: Becky Skoyles
Date Deposited: 14 Aug 2017 08:43
Last Modified: 01 Aug 2021 09:34
URI: http://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/31576

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