Understanding Children's Development - Softcover

Peter K. Smith; Helen Cowie; Mark Blades

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9781405176019: Understanding Children's Development

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1405176016 ISBN 13: 9781405176019

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 2011

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This leading child development text has been widely acclaimed for its international coverage and its rigorous research-based approach. It begins by introducing the ways in which psychologists study developmental processes before going on to consider all major aspects of development from conception through to adolescence.

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This classic textbook provides an outstanding introduction to the field of developmental psychology. It is comprehensive in its coverage, and presents the latest developments in contemporary scholarship in a highly accessible format. It is a real pleasure to read. There is no better introductory level book on the market.
Professor Martyn Barrett, University of Surrey

This book is a comprehensive, accessible and valuable addition to the field of psychology. It provides extensive insights into current research and contemporary issues in the area with both clarity and authority. The book is highly recommended to anyone engaged with the research and practice of child development.
Marilyn Hackney, Manchester Metropolitan University

"This is definitely one of my favorite developmental textbooks! It�s very comprehensive and covers all the topics I cover in my courses and more."
C. Philip Hwang, Gothenburg University, Sweden

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"Understanding Children's Development" is the UK's best-selling developmental psychology textbook and has been widely acclaimed for its international coverage and rigorous research-based approach. This dynamic text emphasizes the practical and applied implications of developmental research. It begins by introducing the ways in which psychologists study developmental processes before going on to consider all major aspects of development from conception through to adolescence.

For the fifth edition, the entire text has been updated to take account of developments in the field, whilst retaining all the content and features that have made it so popular amongst both students and lecturers. Major revisions include: New and expanded chapters on antisocial behavior and on children and media New material on many topics such as: children and day care; developments in cognitive neuroscience; the physical punishment debate; changes in the adolescent brain Extended coverage of prosocial behavior, family contexts and involving children in research Expanded artwork program and full-color design

Each chapter provides lucid discussion of the material, enlivened by the inclusion of revealing case studies, real-world examples, 'Stop and Think' boxes and ideas for classroom debate.

Online teaching and learning resources to accompany the text are available at www.wiley.com/college/smith

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