A Topical Approach to Lifespan Development

A Topical Approach to Lifespan Development (ISBN 9780073370934) by John Santrock deals with the aspects that affect the growth and maturity of humans, following all stages – from birth to death. This well-researched and updated edition of the book has been revised to complement the latest instruction methods, and is ideal for entry-level psychology students as well as intermediate researchers with special interest in human development. It deals with the concepts and phases of life and the factors that influence these developments. Santrock opens the book by discussing biological beginnings, and then continues on to biological aging, physical development, health, and the development of motor, sensors, and perception. Other topics covered include intelligence, language development, information processing, and emotional development. A whole chapter is dedicated to ‘the self' and an engaging discussion of personality and identity. Gender and sexuality, values, religion, and moral development are also explained in detail. Providing access to an online learning center, this updated version features an expanded coverage of gender, culture, and diversity, and provides updated research on the latest well-being and health issues. Subjects that affect everyday living – such as parenting, lifestyles, families, peers, school, achievement, work, and death and grieving – are likewise integrated in an engaging manner. The author John Santrock is a renowned professor of psychology and has published many other market-leading textbooks on this subject. A Topical Approach to Lifespan Development is concise but comprehensive; it also encourages readers to use critical thinking skills in analyzing real-life cases. Special supplements for instructors are available.