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Defines the discipline of psychology in terms of its subject matter, method and goals; also outlines the structure of the discipline and provides a basis for reading psychological texgts. Intended to give a...
Joan M Erikson at age 92 describes her search for a better living situation for her frail husband and then poignantly recounts his subsequent death. She uses these experiences to suggest strategies to meet...
An overview of some key topics in developmental psychology, looking at experiments that display early abilities in the infant to recognise rules, faces and biological motion. Examines the early development...
Explains Piagetian theory and concepts and uses a range of practical examples and demonstrations to illustrate the main assumptions underlying Piagetian theory. Critically evaluates the methods, assumptions,...
Introduces the life, vocabulary and concepts of Lev Vygotsky, whose work is being increasingly cited as the theory and practice of constructivist education are reconsidered. Illustrates basic concepts...
Following from Piaget’s theories on cognitive development, Dr David Elkind uses structured interviews with children aged four to nine to illustrate the development of transitive thinking and reversibility...
At age 90, Joan Erikson examines in a frank and personal manner the last stage of the life cycle. She and her husband Erik Erikson formulated their eight-stage life cycle theory during their middle years,...
Uses historical and cross-cultural comparisons to question whether the view of adolescence as a period of increased autonomy, identity development, and risk-taking is merely a social construction. Discusses...
Investigates the development of memory strategies, logical reasoning patterns, and problem-solving abilities, by examining congnitive changes that occur between ages five and seven. Looks at the impact of...
Profiles children from 12 families in five countries to explore how genetic inheritance and environmental factors affect a child’s development. Considers the influence of family and peer relationships,...
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