Encyclopedia Of Adult Development

Author : Robert Kastenbaum
Publisher : Greenwood
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 606 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Adult Development written by Robert Kastenbaum and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1993 with total page 606 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers these topics: adulthood, communicating, competency and coping, gender and sex influences, generations, health, illness, and survival, interpersonal relationships, mental health and illness, paths through life, perceiving self and world, personal change and development, social and environmental influences, theoretical perspectives, and thought processes.

Author : Marc H. Bornstein
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1506353312
Total Pages : 2616 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Encyclopedia of Lifespan Human Development written by Marc H. Bornstein and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 2616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lifespan human development is the study of all aspects of biological, physical, cognitive, socioemotional, and contextual development from conception to the end of life. In approximately 800 signed articles by experts from a wide diversity of fields, The SAGE Encyclopedia of Lifespan Human Development explores all individual and situational factors related to human development across the lifespan. Some of the broad thematic areas will include: Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood Aging Behavioral and Developmental Disorders Cognitive Development Community and Culture Early and Middle Childhood Education through the Lifespan Genetics and Biology Gender and Sexuality Life Events Mental Health through the Lifespan Research Methods in Lifespan Development Speech and Language Across the Lifespan Theories and Models of Development. This five-volume encyclopedia promises to be an authoritative, discipline-defining work for students and researchers seeking to become familiar with various approaches, theories, and empirical findings about human development broadly construed, as well as past and current research.

Author : Susan K. Whitbourne
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118528921
Total Pages : 1659 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Adulthood and Aging, 3 Volume Set written by Susan K. Whitbourne and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 1659 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative reference work contains more than 300 entries covering all aspects of the multi-disciplinary field of adult development and aging Brings together concise, accurate summaries of classic topics as well as the most recent thinking and research in new areas Covers a broad range of issues, from biological and physiological changes in the body to changes in cognition, personality, and social roles to applied areas such as psychotherapy, long-term care, and end-of-life issues Includes contributions from major researchers in the academic and clinical realms 3 Volumes www.encyclopediaadulthoodandaging.com

Author : Neil J. Salkind
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1452265399
Total Pages : 1617 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Human Development written by Neil J. Salkind and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2005-10-14 with total page 1617 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The field of human development focuses on the growth and development of the human being including physical, social, psychological, and emotional development. Under the broad umbrella of the term human development you find countless topics that range from charting the emotional attachment of an infant to his or her parents and its long-term effects on well-being, media violence and adolescents′ behavior, or factors moderating the natural decline in physical and mental abilities associated with aging. The Encyclopedia of Human Development is the first comprehensive, authoritative, and informative reference work that presents state-of-the-art research and ready-to-use facts from the fields of psychology, individual and family studies, and education in a way that is not too technical. With more than 600 entries, this three-volume Encyclopedia covers topics as diverse as adolescence, cognitive development, education, family, gender differences, identity, longitudinal research, personality development, prenatal development, temperament, and more. Key Features Provides cross-disciplinary coverage, with contributions from experts in the fields of psychology, education, human development and family studies, and gerontology Highlights classic studies and theories and provides brief biographies of notable researchers and theorists Takes a lifespan approach by including several "anchor essays" that cover specific phases of development such as prenatal, infancy, childhood, adolescence, early and middle adulthood, later adulthood and aging Begins with an Introduction that details the scope, rationale, and audience for the work The cross-disciplinary field of human development is one that captures interest among and holds practical relevance for the general public as well as academia, therefore this engaging Encyclopedia will be a welcome addition to any academic or public library.

Author : Susan K. Whitbourne
Publisher : Wiley Global Education
ISBN 13 : 1119690463
Total Pages : 368 pages
Book Rating : 4.67/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Adult Development and Aging written by Susan K. Whitbourne and published by Wiley Global Education. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The new edition of the leading textbook on the biopsychosocial processes of aging in adults, fully revised and updated. Adult Development and Aging, Second Canadian Edition helps student readers understand the aging process both in themselves and in those around them. Approaching the subject from the biopsychosocial perspective ― an innovative model of adult development that takes into account the influences and interactions of complex biological, psychological, and social processes, the authors explore the latest concepts and applications in this exciting academic discipline. Based on Susan Whitbourne's classroom experience teaching her Psychology of Aging course, this engaging textbook integrates current research, real-world data, detailed explanations, and relatable examples to provide a balanced and accessible examination of the subject. This important work is an invaluable source of topically relevant information for traditional college-age learners and mature returning students alike, as well as for instructors and academic researchers in areas of adult aging and lifespan development.

Author : L. English
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 134972520X
Total Pages : 763 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book International Encyclopedia of Adult Education written by L. English and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-04-30 with total page 763 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Encyclopedia of Adult Education is the first comprehensive reference work in this important and fast-growing field, and is an invaluable resource for adult educators who research and teach in the fields of higher education, work in community-based settings, or practise in public or private organizations. Its 170+ articles, written by an international team of contributors from over 17 countries, detail the research and practice of the field from its emergence as a separate discipline to the present day, covering key concepts, issues and individuals and providing a cutting-edge summary of ongoing debates across a wide range of perspectives, from self-directed learning to human resource development. Entries are arranged A-Z and extensive cross-referenced, with detailed bibliographies for each topic to facilitate further research.

Author : Marc H. Bornstein
Publisher : SAGE Publications
ISBN 13 : 1506307647
Total Pages : 2618 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The SAGE Encyclopedia of Lifespan Human Development written by Marc H. Bornstein and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2018-01-15 with total page 2618 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In approximately 800 signed articles by experts from a wide diversity of fields, this encyclopedia explores all individual and situational factors related to human development across the lifespan.

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Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Adulthood and Aging written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Albert Tuijnman
Publisher : Pergamon
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 990 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book International Encyclopedia of Adult Education and Training written by Albert Tuijnman and published by Pergamon. This book was released on 1996 with total page 990 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revises Lifelong Eduation for Adults (1989), drawing upon articles in The International Encyclopedia of Education, 2d ed. (12 volumes, 1994). One hundred and sixty-one entries by scholars from some 35 countries cover concepts and definitions in the field as well as a disciplinary perspective on its development. Articles are arranged in sections (introduced by the editor) on concepts, theories, and methods; policies, costs, and finance; human development and adult learning; participation and provision; organization; and evaluation and measurement. The articles, most of which are five to eight pages long, include references, cross references, and (often) suggested readings. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : John Stockmyer
Publisher : Humanics Publishing Group
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 468 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Life Trek written by John Stockmyer and published by Humanics Publishing Group. This book was released on 1803 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exploration and analysis of the 'age development' that all humans must traverse, from young adulthood to old age. The emotional and psychological stages that aging produces in all of us are documented using literature, history, myth, psycho-social research, and case studies for a broad perspective and understanding of the maturation process.