Project Description

Client Instruction for Research Project

Project Title:
Changes in Family Dynamics and Their Impact on Child Development Over Time

Deadline:
Submission due by 12th July 2025

Duration:
3 days to complete the project

Deliverable:
A comprehensive academic paper of approximately 5 pages, formatted in APA style (7th edition).

Project Requirements:

1. Topic Overview:
   Examine how family dynamics have evolved over recent decades (e.g., changes in family structure, parenting styles, roles, and communication) and analyze their long-term effects on various aspects of child development, including emotional, social, cognitive, and behavioral outcomes.

2. Research Depth:
   Utilize peer-reviewed journal articles, longitudinal studies, and authoritative sources in developmental psychology and sociology to support the discussion.

3. Structure:
   The paper should include:

   • Title Page (APA formatted)

   • Abstract (concise summary of the research focus and key findings)

   • Introduction (context and significance of family dynamics on child development)

   • Literature Review (summary of key research and theories)

   • Main Body (detailed discussion on changes in family dynamics and related impacts on child development)

   • Conclusion (summary of findings and implications for policy or practice)

   • References (APA formatted)

4. Formatting Guidelines:

   • Times New Roman, 12-point font

   • Double-spaced

   • 1-inch margins on all sides

   • APA 7th edition formatting for citations and references

   • Page numbers in the top right corner

   • Proper APA headings for sections

5. Submission:
   Submit the paper as a Word document (.docx) or PDF file by end of day, 12th July 2025.

Additional Notes:

• Ensure originality and avoid plagiarism.

• Clear, academic writing style.