| Description |
xxiv, 521 page, 109 unnumbered : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 29 cm |
| Contents |
1. Understanding life-span human development -- 2. Theories of human development -- 3. Genes, environment, and development -- 4. Prenatal development and birth -- 5. The physical self -- 6. Perception -- 7. Cognition -- 8. Memory and information processing -- 9. Intelligence and creativity -- 10. Language and education -- 11. Self and personality -- 12. Gender roles and sexuality -- 13. Social cognition -- 14. Attachment and social relationships -- 15. The family -- 16. Developmental psychopathology -- 17. The final challenge : death and dying |
| Summary |
"Known for its clear, straightforward writing style, comprehensive coverage, strong and current research-based approach, and excellent visuals and tables, this life-span development text offers a topical organization at the chapter level and a consistent chronological presentation within each chapter. Each chapter focuses on a domain of development such as physical growth, cognition, or personality and traces developmental trends and influences in that domain from infancy to old age. Within each chapter, you will find sections on four life stages: Infancy, Childhood, Adolescence, and Adulthood. This unique organization enables students to comprehend the processes of transformation that occur in key areas of human development. This new edition includes a clear focus on the complex interactions of nature and nurture in development, more integrated coverage of culture and diversity, and an exciting new media package for both students and instructors." --Wadsworth |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (page R1-R72) and indexes |
| Subject |
Developmental psychology -- Textbooks.
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Developmental psychology.
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| Genre/Form |
Textbooks.
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| Author |
Rider, Elizabeth A.
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| LC no. |
2004116829 |
| ISBN |
0495006823 (international student edition) |
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0495030155 (instructor's edition) |
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0534553818 (student's edition) |
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