Robinson Oliver (University Of Greenwich Uk) - Development Through Adulthood - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: Now updated for its second edition this illuminating textbook explores the developmental stages and changes during adulthood that define some of the most pivotal years of our lives. Relationships cognitive ageing parenthood personality shifts life crises fulfilment funerals friendships retirement and death all are presented in light of psychological theory and the latest research. Taking a thematic approach the chapters cover interdependent areas of our cognitive psychological social cultural and moral lives that constitute this fascinating area in psychology. Providing an empirical analysis Robinson considers models for understanding behaviour and development methods of collecting data and study design. Academically rigorous and elegantly written Development through Adulthood is the perfect guide to classic and current research in the field. It is essential reading for students studying adult or lifespan development gerontology and the psychology of ageing. It will also appeal to those studying an applied social science and anyone interested in fully understanding adulthood and ageing. New to this Edition: - Spotlights on landmark studies fully updated to cover the latest key research in each subject area - Increased focus on gender issues - Real - world applications boxes updated with current and relevant examples of important intervention strategies
Title: Development Through Adulthood
Author(s): Robinson Oliver (University Of Greenwich Uk)
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Barcode: 9781352009590
Pages: 496 Pages
Publication Date: 4/4/2020
Category: Child & Developmental Psychology