Patricia C. Broderick

Pamela Blewitt

The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals

 <div><i>For courses in life span developmental taught to those training to be helping professionals. <br></i></div><div><br></div><div><b><i>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</i>, 5th Edition</b>, provides an in-depth look at the science of human development, highlighting theories and research that have useful applications for individuals working in fields such as education, counseling, and social work. The main purpose of this book is to provide the reader with information that can be translated into professional best practice applications. Throughout, the text reflects the contemporary view that life span development is a process deeply embedded within and inseparable from the context of family, social network, and culture. <br></div><div><br></div><div>Because the book is designed for graduate students, most topics, especially those that have special relevance to helping professionals, are covered in greater depth than in a typical life span text. The expanded coverage of research in these areas will enhance students&rsquo; understanding of the scientific basis for application to practice. <br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Also available with MyLab Education </b><br></div><div>MyLab&trade; is the teaching and learning platform that empowers you to reach every student. By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. MyLab Education gives helping professionals opportunities to apply theory to practice &mdash; better preparing them for success in their future classrooms. <a href="https://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/myeducationlab/educators/features/index.html" target="" title="">Learn more</a> about MyLab Education.</div>   

 <ol><li>Organizing Themes in Development</li><li>Epigenesis and the Brain: The Fundamentals of Behavioral Development</li><li>Cognitive Development in the Early Years</li><li>Emotional Development in the Early Years</li><li>The Emerging Self and Socialization in the Early Years</li><li>Realms of Cognition in Middle Childhood</li><li>Self and Moral Development:&nbsp; Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Gender and Peer Relationships: Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Identity Development in Adolescence</li><li>The Social World of Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Socioemotional and Vocational Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Middle Adulthood: Cognitive, Personality, and Social Development</li><li>Living Well: Stress, Coping, and Life Satisfaction in Adulthood</li><li>Gains and Losses in Late Adulthood</li></ol><BLOCKQUOTE>Appendix: A Practitioner&rsquo;s Guide to Psychological Science</blockquote><br>   

<b><i>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</i>, 5th Edition,</b> provides an in-depth look at the science of human development, highlighting theories and research that have useful applications for individuals working in fields such as education, counseling, and social work. The main purpose of this book is to provide the reader with information that can be translated into professional best practice applications. Throughout, the text reflects the contemporary view that life span development is a process deeply embedded within and inseparable from the context of family, social network, and culture. <br><div><br></div><div>Because the book is designed for graduate students, most topics, especially those that have special relevance to helping professionals, are covered in greater depth than in a typical life span text. The expanded coverage of research in these areas will enhance readers&rsquo; understanding of the scientific basis for application to practice. <br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Also available with MyLab Education </b><br></div><div>By combining trusted author content with digital tools and a flexible platform, MyLab personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student. MyLab Education gives helping professionals opportunities to apply theory to practice &mdash; better preparing them for success in their future classrooms. <br></div><div><br></div><div><b>Note: </b>You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab, ask your instructor to confirm the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab Education, search for: </div><div><br></div><div><b>0135205921 / 9780135205921<i> The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</i> Plus MyLab Education with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package, 5e </b><br></div><div>Package consists of: <br></div><ul><li>0135208688 / 9780135208687 MyLab Education with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for <i>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</i>, 5/e </li><li>0135227763 / 9780135227763 <i>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</i>, 5e</li></ul>   

<p>For courses in life span development taught to those training to be helping professionals.</p><h3>Provide human development information that can be translated into professional best practices</h3><p><cite><strong>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</strong></cite> presents an in-depth look at the science of human development for individuals working in fields such as education, counseling and social work. The text reflects the contemporary view that life span development is a process deeply embedded within and inseparable from the context of family, social network and culture.</p><p>The <strong>5th Edition</strong> offers fresh coverage of topics including child rearing, gender non-conformity and promoting well-being in adulthood.</p>

<div class="c-no-headers-number-list_container"><ol><li>Organizing Themes in Development</li><li>Epigenesis and the Brain: The Fundamentals of Behavioral Development</li><li>Cognitive Development in the Early Years</li><li>Emotional Development in the Early Years</li><li>The Emerging Self and Socialization in the Early Years</li><li>Realms of Cognition in Middle Childhood</li><li>Self and Moral Development: Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Gender and Peer Relationships: Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Identity Development in Adolescence</li><li>The Social World of Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Socioemotional and Vocational Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Middle Adulthood: Cognitive, Personality, and Social Development</li><li>Living Well: Stress, Coping, and Life Satisfaction in Adulthood</li><li>Gains and Losses in Late Adulthood</li></ol><h3 class="h5">Appendix: A Practitioner’s Guide to Psychological Science</h3></div>

<p><cite><strong>The Life Span: Human Development for Helping Professionals</strong></cite> provides human development information that can be translated into professional best practices. The authors offer an in-depth look at the science of human development for individuals working in fields such as education, counseling and social work. The text reflects the contemporary view that life span development is a process deeply embedded within and inseparable from the context of family, social network and culture.</p><p>The <strong>5th Edition</strong> offers fresh coverage of topics including child rearing, gender non-conformity and promoting well-being in adulthood. New introductory vignettes in each chapter help you see the relevance of chapter content to your own life and those of the people you serve.</p>

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<ol><li>Organizing Themes in Development</li><li>Epigenesis and the Brain: The Fundamentals of Behavioral Development</li><li>Cognitive Development in the Early Years</li><li>Emotional Development in the Early Years</li><li>The Emerging Self and Socialization in the Early Years</li><li>Realms of Cognition in Middle Childhood</li><li>Self and Moral Development: Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Gender and Peer Relationships: Middle Childhood Through Early Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Identity Development in Adolescence</li><li>The Social World of Adolescence</li><li>Physical, Cognitive and Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Socioemotional and Vocational Development in Young Adulthood</li><li>Middle Adulthood: Cognitive, Personality, and Social Development</li><li>Living Well: Stress, Coping, and Life Satisfaction in Adulthood</li><li>Gains and Losses in Late Adulthood</li></ol> <p>Appendix: A Practitioner’s Guide to Psychological Science</p>

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