An introduction to developmental psychology
Author(s)
Bibliographic Information
An introduction to developmental psychology
Blackwell, c2003
- : hbk
- : pbk
Available at / 21 libraries
-
No Libraries matched.
- Remove all filters.
Note
Includes bibliographical references and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Introduction to Developmental Psychology is a representative and authoritative 'state of the art' account of human development from conception to adolescence. The book is organised chronologically and also thematically, and each chapter is written by internationally renowned experts who convey their knowledge with enthusiasm and skill. There are five major sections. In the Introduction the scope, methods and theories of developmental psychology are described together with a detailed account of the nature-nurture issue. The next three sections Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence give a comprehensive account of the major developments, and the last major section, Practical issues, presents implications and findings on educational issues, bullying, and disorders of development. The book comes with full supporting materials - discussion questions, suggestions for further readings, chapter overviews and glossary - and its own website, which (amongst other material) provides figures for Powerpoint presentations and multiple choice questions for student and instructor use. This is a truly international account of theories, findings and issues in human development.
The text is designed for a broad range of readers, and in particular those with little previous exposure to psychology. The comprehensive coverage and emphasis on core topics makes this an ideal text for introductory students. Visit www blackwellpublishing.com/slater for additional online resources for this text
Table of Contents
Part I: Introduction: 1. The Scope And Methods Of Developmental Psychology: Darwin Muir (Queen's University, Canada) And Alan Slater (University Of Exeter, UK). 2. Theories And Issues In Child Development: Alan Slater, Ian Hocking And Jon Loose (University Of Exeter, UK). 3. The Nature/Nurture Issue: Elena Grigorenko (Yale University, US And Moscow State University, Russia) And Robert Sternberg (Yale University). Part II: Infancy: 4. Prenatal Development: William P. Fifer (New York State Psychiatric Institute And Columbia University, US) And Christine Moon (Pacific Lutheran University, US). 5. Perception, Knowledge And Action: Gavin Bremner (University Of Lancaster, UK). 6. Emotional Development And Early Attachment Relationships: Elizabeth Meins (University Of Durham, UK). 7. Social Interaction And The Beginnings Of Communication: Rudolph Schaffer (University Of Strathclyde, UK). Part III: Childhood: 8. Cognitive Development: Michael Siegal (University Of Sheffield, UK). 9. The Development Of Language: Stan A. Kuczaj And Heather M Hill (University of Southern Mississippi, US). 10. Acquiring A Theory Of Mind: Peter Mitchell (University Of Nottingham, UK). 11. Reading And Mathematics: Peter Bryant (University Of Oxford, UK). 12. Memory Development And Eye-Witness Testimony: Stephen J. Ceci, Stanka A. Fitneva And Livia L. Gilstrap (Cornell University, US). 13. Play And Peer Relations: Peter K Smith (Goldsmiths College, UK). 14. Prosocial Development, Antisocial Behavior, And Moral Development: Daniel Hart, Debra Burock, Bonita London And Robert Atkins (Rutgers University, US). Part IV: Adolescence: 15. Cognitive Development: Kang Lee And Alejo Freire (Queen's University, Canada). 16. Social Development: Tanya Bergevin, William M. Bukowski And Richard Miners (Concordia University, Canada). Part V: Practical Issues: 17. Educational Implications: Alyson Davis (University Of Surrey, UK). 18. Social Problems In School: Dan Olweus (University Of Bergen, Norway). 19. Disorders Of Development: Vicky Lewis (The Open University, UK). Glossary. Name Index. Subject Index.
by "Nielsen BookData"
