In The New EditionOver 800 new references from 2010 to the present, with
new sections in almost every chapter, ranging from fetal programming to old age frailties.
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A more in-depth look at puberty, adolescence, and emerging adulthood. The early adolescent sections feature state-of-the-art findings from the impact of obesity and stress on the timing of puberty, to the push for popularity among young teens. Also new: Critical evaluations of the teenage
"brain deficit" hypothesis, and of the disturbing trend of trying U.S. teens in court as adults. |
Applications and Personal Relevance. With it's carefully planned "Interventions" sections and regular summary questionnaires such as "Evaluating Your Relationship," Belsky offers the most experiential, applied lifespan text in the field. This edition continues this focus on applications with creative new exercises that engage students' critical thinking in a vivid, hands-on way.
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The lifespan impact of the Great Recession of 2008.
After describing the causes of the recession in Chapter 1, Belsky explores other relevant issues, from the emotional impact of unemployment to emerging nest-staying trends; from the impact of socioeconomic status on attending college to the upwardly shifting retirement age. |
International Focus. With new sections devoted to acculturation issues facing immigrants and updated global coverage of issues related to marriage, retirement, and parent care, this edition expands its global perspective.
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