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Peer reviewedFagot, Beverly I. – New Directions for Child Development, 1994
Examines influences of peer relations on the development of social and cognitive competence. Discusses implications of differences in boys' and girls' play styles for cognitive skills and the development of intimacy. Notes that gender segregation is initiated and maintained within the peer group. (BAC)
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Interpersonal Competence, Intimacy, Peer Relationship
