Adolescent Development

by Dacey, John; Margolis, Deborah; Kenny, Maureen

• ISBN13: 9780759359635
• ISBN10: 0759359636
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-01-10
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

Recently revised to reflect all the current research and hot topics in the field, Adolescent Development 3e builds on the success of its previous editions with a strong emphasis on applications. An ideal text for psychology and family studies courses, the applications approach also works very well in schools of education and nursing. In addition, the book does an excellent job covering the relationship of biological, sociological and psychological forces in human development.

Table of Contents

Introduction to the Concept of Adolescence	p. 1
What is Adolescence	p. 3
General Theories of Adolescence: An Overview	p. 35
Developmental Patterns	p. 69
Physical Development	p. 71
Cognitive Development	p. 107
Morality and Spirituality	p. 139
The Self and Identity Formation	p. 175
Interactions with the World	p. 221
Family Relations	p. 223
Peer Relations	p. 263
Sexuality	p. 295
Education and Work	p. 333
Teens Who Have Serious Problems	p. 373
Stress and Mental Disturbance	p. 375
Substance Abuse	p. 421
Antisocial Behavior	p. 457
The End of Adolescence	p. 495
Initiation into Adulthood	p. 497
Glossary	p. 521
References	p. 535
Name Index	p. 611
Subject Index	p. 625
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