Human Development: An Introduction to the Psychodynamics of Growth, Maturity and Ageing

by Rayner; Eric

• ISBN13: 9781583911112
• ISBN10: 1583911111
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781135454173
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-11-14
• Publisher: Routledge
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Summary

This new edition ofHuman Developmenthas been thoroughly revised and updated to incorporate recent developments in the field. New material is introduced on the development of a sense of self, the social self and moral development. Beginning with a discussion of birth and childhood, the reader is lead through each of the crucial stages in human development, through adolescence, parenthood, mid-life and old age to dying, grief and mourning. A range of theoretical perspectives are represented, including psychoanalysis and developmental psychology. Throughout, the authors manage to combine scientific objectivity with a sensitive and sympathetic approach to the subject. This comprehensive introduction will prove invaluable to students of the helping professions.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Being Pregnant

The First Six Months: The Baby Getting Started

The Second Six Months: The Baby Getting Organised

One to Two Years Old: Junior Toddlers

Two to Three Years Old: Senior Toddlers

Three to Five Years Old

Early School Days

Adolescence

Work, Identity and Love

Partnership and Marriage

Parenthood

Being Alone

Mid-life

Old Age

Dying, Grief and Mourning

Conclusion. Suggested Films and Videos

References

Index

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