TY  - BOOK
AU  - Newman,Barbara M.
AU  - Newman,Philip R.
TI  - Theories of human development
SN  - 0805847022
AV  - BF713 .N494 2007
U1  - 155 22
PY  - 2007///]
CY  - Mahwah, N.J.
PB  - Lawrence Erlbaum Associates
KW  - Developmental psychology
KW  - Socialization
KW  - Human Development
KW  - Mental Processes
KW  - Psychological Theory
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-320) and index; Evolutionary theory -- Psychosexual theory -- Cognitive developmental theory -- Learning theories -- Social role theory -- Life course theory -- Psychosocial theory -- Cognitive social historical theory -- Dynamic systems theory
N2  - "Intended for courses on theories of human development, this new text presents nine theories grouped into three major families—those that emphasize biological systems; those that emphasize environmental factors; and those that emphasize a dynamic interaction between biological and environmental forces. The nine theories selected have a long and productive history in human development and continue to evolve as a result of new insights. The inclusion of social role theory and life course theory expand the book's relevance to the study of adulthood and aging. Grouping the theories by families enhances students' ability to think critically about theoretical ideas, assess the strengths and weaknesses of each theory, and gain a deeper understanding of how each theory guides research and application. The three families are introduced with a brief overview of the unique perspectives of each theory and the rationale for grouping these theories together."--Publisher description
UR  - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy0705/2006033906-b.html
ER  -