Adult Development and Aging

Rybash, John M., Roodin, Paul A., Hoyer, William J.

ISBN 10: 0697105032 / ISBN 13: 9780697105035

Edité par Brown & Benchmark Pub, 1995

Good condition. 3rd edition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. N° de réf. du vendeur L13F-03234

Synopsis :

The new edition of Adult Development and Ageing continues to provide topically orientated coverage of developmental changes during adulthood, with emphasis on ageing. FEATURES: Greater emphasis on diversity in adulthood and ageing helps students learn about the variety of factors that affect ageing adults; Includes a new chapter on Applications and Contexts of Ageing incorporating practical information for students who wish to become caregivers, nurses and therapists; Improved coverage of social topics such as friendship, love, marriage and families; Increased coverage of early and middle adulthood engages student interest and covers a frequently ignored period of the lifespan.

Présentation de l'éditeur: The fifth edition of Adult Development and Aging offers professors and students a clear, comprehensive and current account of the salient issues and concerns that dominate the field of Adult Development. After reading this text, students will have a keen understanding of where adult development and aging has been in the past, where it is right now, and where it will be headed in the future. In Adult Development and Aging, 5e authors William Hoyer and Paul Roodin combine their expertise in teaching and research to provide clear explanations of the awesome, complex unfolding of development during the adult years. The text presents findings derived from theories and ideas about understanding adulthood and aging in an interdisciplinary, process oriented perspective. Material is organized in terms of the biological, social and cultural contexts in which change occurs during the adult years. Information is presented in the context of young adults growing older in today’s world, informed by research and theory.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Adult Development and Aging
Éditeur : Brown & Benchmark Pub
Date d'édition : 1995
Reliure : Couverture souple
Etat : Good