Development through Adulthood

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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.

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. 

• Takes a thematic approach to the study of adult development
• Coverage of both qualitative and quantitative research
• Individual voices boxes bring theories to life by providing insight into real-life experiences
• Cross-cultural and alternative perspectives provide an important counterbalance to Western research
• End of chapter questions and resources aid further reflection, study and analysis
• Adopts research from a diverse set of fields besides psychology, ensuring a balanced and objective tone

• 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

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Oliver Robinson

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