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How can I connect early childhood education to psychology and criminal justice?

I am interested mainly in early childhood education as it fits in with work i have done but also psychology. What can I work towards and what is a good career path for me?

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What an interesting question, Maria. Research shows that early childhood education can reduce later crime by fostering critical executive functioning, impulse control, and emotional regulation. The Boston University link below is to one study, but I saw others online.
There are several potential career paths, with one being academia. A second could be in developing curricula or administering early childhood education programs. A third could be social work such as in a clinic or school (or later independent). A fourth could be in non-profits supporting early childhood education or crime prevention or helping to run programs within police departments. The Strong Nation link below addresses this connection.
I hope this helps and wish you good luck!

Martha D. recommends the following next steps:

Boston University - https://www.bu.edu/ssw/the-19th-prof-paris-shares-expertise-how-early-childhood-education-reduces-crime/
Strong Nation - https://www.strongnation.org/articles/2240-law-enforcement-leaders-discuss-importance-of-supporting-the-early-care-and-education-workforce
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