Development Through Life: A Psychosocial Approach

Barbara M. Newman, Philip R. Newman

Cengage Learning, Feb 28, 2014 - Psychology - 800 pages

This book uses a chronological approach to present development across the life span, drawing on the psychosocial theory of Erik Erikson to provide a conceptual framework. The authors address physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth in all life stages, focusing on the idea that development results from the interdependence of these areas at every stage, and placing special emphasis on optimal development through life.
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About the author

Barbara M. Newman (Ph.D., University of Michigan) is a professor emeritus in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at the University of Rhode Island. She has also been on the faculty at Russell Sage College and The Ohio State University, where she served as department chair in Human Development and Family Science and as associate provost for Faculty Recruitment and Development. She has taught courses in life-span development, adolescence, family theories, and the research process. Dr. Newman's current research focus is on the sense of belonging among college students, with particular attention to students in minoritized groups. She is a member of a research team investigating the developing sense of purpose among students with disabilities. For fun, Dr. Newman enjoys reading, making up projects with her grandchildren, taking walks along Narragansett Bay and Block Island Sound, and spending time with her family.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Development Through Life: A Psychosocial Approach
• Authors: Barbara M. Newman, Philip R. Newman
• Edition: 12, illustrated
• Publisher: Cengage Learning, 2014
• ISBN: 1285459962, 9781285459967
• Length: 800 pages
• Subjects: Psychology / Psychotherapy / Counseling