Adult Development and Aging
By John C. Cavanaugh
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Written within a bio-psychosocial framework, Cavanaugh's bestselling ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING, 9th edition, covers the specific ages-stages of adult development and aging. Written by a well-known researcher and academic, the book integrates unparalleled coverage of current research and theory. Its focus on "positive aging" and the research and application underlying the balance of gains and losses people experience across adulthood distinguishes it from other texts. The 9th edition features a reframed emphasis on sociocultural forces impacting development, discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adult development and aging, and examines how technology increases the likelihood of aging in place. Boxed features point out controversial issues about chapter concepts to promote critical thinking, illustrate aging principles through real-life examples and connect research to current social policy.
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Written within a bio-psychosocial framework, Cavanaugh's bestselling ADULT DEVELOPMENT AND AGING, 9th edition, covers the specific ages-stages of adult development and aging. Written by a well-known researcher and academic, the book integrates unparalleled coverage of current research and theory. Its focus on "positive aging" and the research and application underlying the balance of gains and losses people experience across adulthood distinguishes it from other texts. The 9th edition features a reframed emphasis on sociocultural forces impacting development, discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on adult development and aging, and examines how technology increases the likelihood of aging in place. Boxed features point out controversial issues about chapter concepts to promote critical thinking, illustrate aging principles through real-life examples and connect research to current social policy.
The text includes extended coverage of positive psychology and related topics that serve as frames through which to view certain aspects of the aging process.
Spotlighting specific research studies that are discussed briefly in the main body of the text, "How Do We Know?" boxes provide insightful details about study design, participants and outcomes.
"Controversies" boxes point out contentious issues about chapter topics, encouraging students to think critically about the implications of research or policy issues.
Providing a starting point for applied projects, "Discovering Development" boxes enable students to see developmental principles and concepts in real-world practice.
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Chapter 1. Studying Adult Development and AgingPreview this chapter
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