Lifespan Development - Hardcover

Bee, Helen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 032101121X ISBN 13: 9780321011213

Publisher: Pearson, 1997

Synopsis

The second edition of this classic and renowned text retains the features of the previous edition with its comprehensive coverage of physical/cognitive development and social personality development for each stage of life. The book features exceptional coverage of lifespan across cultures and cross-ethnic research and also incorporates an expanded section on the biological explanations and theories of development. *Expanded section on biological explanations and theories of development *Increased emphasis on the emotional aspects of development *Expanded section on the theories of ageing *Includes new references and marginal thinking questions

About this title

Review:

“The greatest strengths are No Easy Answers”, “Research Report”, “Policy Questions”, & “The Real World” boxes. The organization of the textbook.”  ~Jeanine Pontes-Boelter, Sonoma State University

 

“The greatest strengths are the readability, the clear and concise presentation, and the brevity.”  ~ Linda Petroff, Central Community College    

 

“Engaging and does not overdo the technical language. The themed essays are timely and relevant and would spur student interest and discussion.” ~ Wanda Clark, South Plains College   

 

“Research is up-to-date and attempts were made to make the information relevant to today's students.” ~ Laura Pirazzi, San Jose State University  

 

“Clear, readable, interesting, good coverage, and reasonably short for a lifespan text.” ~ Stephanie Stein, Central Washington University     

 

“The authors do a good job of consolidating information, presenting interesting discussion topics, and providing students with opportunities to test their knowledge.” ~ Alisha Janowsky, University of Central Florida    

From the Back Cover:

Social Psychology 4th edition is a superb introductory text, now fully revised and updated.  It remains very accessible, written to engage and involve. It is clearly structured and comprehensive, exploring key aspects of social psychology.  Through its many features and lively approach, Social Psychology will inform and challenge students everywhere.

 

Social Psychology consolidates European and North American perspectives effectively to provide coverage with a unique global flavour.

 

NEW FEATURES:

§         Increased coverage of social identity, affect, groups, deviance, ideology, and implicit attitudes reflects current issues and developments.

§         New student friendly features, including theory and concepts boxes, research highlights, real world examples, and applied contexts highlight key information throughout.

§         Inclusion of colour photographs and illustrations clarifies subject matter and supports understanding of every topic.

 

CLASSIC FEATURES

§         Coverage of inter-group relations, social identity, social representations and levels of explanation presented within a European context.

§         Full consideration of traditional topics such as social cognition, attitudes, influence, leadership and decision making, interpersonal relationships and aggression.

§         Stand-alone chapters on culture, self and identity, and language and communication.

§         Applied fields of health, organizations, and gender are integrated throughout.

§         Addresses the historical context and background of social psychology’s theories and research.

§         Real world examples are used throughout to promote debate and further

exploration of the subject.

 

 

§         Students and Lecturers will find a range of targeted resources on our Companion Website such as self-test questions for each chapter, a password-protected Instructor's Manual and testbank files. To access these materials, visit www.pearsoned.co.uk/hogg

 

 

THE AUTHORS

Michael Hogg is Professor of Social Psychology at the University of Queensland, and Visiting Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has previously lectured at Bristol University, Princeton University, and the University of Melbourne, and has been a British Academy Visiting Professor at Birmingham University.

Graham Vaughan is Professor of Psychology at the University of Auckland. He has previously held posts at Bristol University, Cambridge University, the Maison des Sciences de l’Homme in Paris, the University of Illinois, Princeton University, and the National University of Singapore.

 

 

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 032101121X
• ISBN 13: 9780321011213
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 640