An expert on infant brain development, communication and emotional health, Trevarthen was professor (Emeritus) of child psychology and psychobiology at the University of Edinburgh, where he had taught since 1971.
Early Years Pioneers: Colwyn Trevarthen
He was made an Honorary Doctor of Psychology by the University of Crete, elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and a Member of the Norwegian Academy of Sciences and Letters). He was also a vice president of Early Education.
Following his death last week, the sector paid tribute to Professor Trevarthen.
Early Education said on X/Twitter, ‘Colwyn's work has been hugely influential within the field of early childhood education. Our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.’
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