Child Development
/ˈtʃaɪld dɪˈvɛləpmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) The study and legal considerations of a child's physical, psychological, and emotional growth as it relates to welfare, rights, and custody.
The court considered expert testimony on child development to determine the best custody arrangement.
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- child development
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Commentary
Legal contexts focus on implications of developmental stages for custody, welfare, and rights; precise use aids clarity in family law documents.
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