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Human Development
This chronologically organized text,designed for the mainstream Human Development course,continues to showcase the author team's trademark of clear,accessible writing. The Eighth edition introduces a new pedagogical learning system,making the text even more valuable and easy-to-use for students. Applauded by adopters for its combination of research coverage with applications and real-life examples,the text continues to include superior coverage of cross-cultural topics and issues facing the disabled,in addition to exceptionally good coverage of health issues and applications.
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First published January 1, 1978
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Diane E. Papalia
62Ìýbooks22ÌýfollowersAs a professor, Diane E. Papalia has taught thousands of undergraduates at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She received her bachelor's degree, majoring in psychology, from Vassar College and both her master's degree in child development and family relations and her Ph.D. in life-span developmental psychology from West Virginia University. She has published numerous articles in such professional journals as Human Development, International Journal of Aging and Human Development, Sex Roles, Journal of Experimental Child Psychology and Journal of Gerontology. Most of these papers have dealt with her major research focus, cognitive development from childhood through old age.
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August 23, 2021
I bought this book after I had taken an university course about "Development ´s Psicology" in order to understand the procces of learning in science and education. After that, I have discovered in this book an excellente guide for understanding the different stages in the human beings psicological development and according to this information, work in the correct way of informing and teaching other people about complex information in science.
May 25, 2015
I think my psychological development is all wrong.
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January 17, 2023idk why i thought i could fucking read this ðŸ˜
December 21, 2024
Very good and evidence-based psychology book for students. Although seems a little bit biased toward left-wing politics.
April 29, 2016
I have not read everything in this 640-page book, but I went through it page by page, and found it very interesting. The book is a Human Development manual, explaining how humans become humans - how, from before birth and onto death, we develop and show our humane character to the world: how we learn and socialise, how we face trauma and hardship, what is the importance of learning and social interaction and family life, how we cope with time's passing, how we deal with each other and with our own ego. It's at times a medical read, or a pshichological one, or a social one - a beautiful combination of studies to show the way we pass through life. Being a manual, it discusses different views and theories, therefore it's a great intellectual tool to start one off in a direction of study. I've enjoyed the skim!
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September 18, 2024A substantial book with many facts about human development, which is more broadly oriented than I initially thought. It contained some interesting facts, for example, that you don't necessarily have to be very sad first to process a traumatic event, as that can even be harmful for the future. Additionally, the research on married versus divorced/single individuals was intriguing. However, many facts were somewhat obvious. Nevertheless, it was a remarkable book that effectively portrays how humans live from the womb to death. The cultural component was also significant in this book. I'm glad I read this book because it provides guidance and grounds you in what is and isn't beneficial for your human development, although of course you are not in control over everything.
November 30, 2014
This is an in depth look at the growth and development of the human mind and behavior. It examines and compares numerous theories like a good text should.
April 3, 2023
Es un manual de consulta. Más que libro de lectura, recomiendo tenerlo a la mano para revisar las cuestiones biológicas, emocionales y psicosociales del ser humano. Es una guÃa básica para personas que trabajan en el sector salud.
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January 11, 2024
recommended by my child-development professor; extremely informative and easy to follow. i'll come back to this one often.
March 24, 2025
The book "Human Development" by Diane E. Papalia and� explores various aspects of human development from childhood to adulthood. This book analyzes the biological, social, and cultural processes that influence human growth and examines the different stages of life in detail
Initially, the authors define human development and emphasize its importance in understanding human behaviors and experiences. They highlight that development is a continuous process influenced by multiple factors, including heredity and environment
The book then addresses the various stages of life, including the prenatal period, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Each of these stages has its own characteristics and challenges, which are explained based on scientific research and clinical experiences
In the section on infancy, the authors discuss the physical and cognitive growth of infants, as well as the importance of early interactions with parents and their impact on emotional development. They also explore the role of play in learning and social growth in children
During childhood, the book examines children's social and emotional skills, emphasizing that play and interaction with others play a key role in learning new skills. This chapter also addresses challenges related to learning and behavior in school
Adolescence is a period marked by significant physical and psychological changes. The authors explore identity formation, social pressures, and challenges related to independence during this stage. They also highlight the importance of friendships and family relationships in shaping adolescent identity
In adulthood, the book is divided into two sections: young adulthood and middle adulthood. In these sections, the authors examine career choices, marital and parenting relationships, as well as challenges related to mental and physical health during these stages
The authors also touch upon aging and its associated challenges. They emphasize that aging involves not only physical changes but also psychological and social dimensions that must be considered
In conclusion, the book discusses the impact of culture and society on human development. The authors stress that understanding cultural differences can help us better comprehend how individuals grow in various contexts
The book "Human Development" is a comprehensive resource for students, researchers, and anyone seeking a better understanding of the processes of human growth and the factors influencing it. This work combines theories and scientific research to provide a complete picture of the complex journey of human life
Initially, the authors define human development and emphasize its importance in understanding human behaviors and experiences. They highlight that development is a continuous process influenced by multiple factors, including heredity and environment
The book then addresses the various stages of life, including the prenatal period, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. Each of these stages has its own characteristics and challenges, which are explained based on scientific research and clinical experiences
In the section on infancy, the authors discuss the physical and cognitive growth of infants, as well as the importance of early interactions with parents and their impact on emotional development. They also explore the role of play in learning and social growth in children
During childhood, the book examines children's social and emotional skills, emphasizing that play and interaction with others play a key role in learning new skills. This chapter also addresses challenges related to learning and behavior in school
Adolescence is a period marked by significant physical and psychological changes. The authors explore identity formation, social pressures, and challenges related to independence during this stage. They also highlight the importance of friendships and family relationships in shaping adolescent identity
In adulthood, the book is divided into two sections: young adulthood and middle adulthood. In these sections, the authors examine career choices, marital and parenting relationships, as well as challenges related to mental and physical health during these stages
The authors also touch upon aging and its associated challenges. They emphasize that aging involves not only physical changes but also psychological and social dimensions that must be considered
In conclusion, the book discusses the impact of culture and society on human development. The authors stress that understanding cultural differences can help us better comprehend how individuals grow in various contexts
The book "Human Development" is a comprehensive resource for students, researchers, and anyone seeking a better understanding of the processes of human growth and the factors influencing it. This work combines theories and scientific research to provide a complete picture of the complex journey of human life
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December 20, 2016i need to have my job
January 30, 2012
Compré este libro porque era requerido para una de mis clases de educación, la profesora comentó que es uno de los libros recomendados como estudio para tomar el examen para la certificación como maestra.
El texto es comprensivo y la mayoria de las veces fácil de leer y entender. El tema del cual trata -como su nombre lo indica- es el desarrollo humano desde su formación (nacimiento), pasando y enumerando todas las etapas de la vida hasta el final de la misma; concentrandose principalmente en el desarrollo cognoscitivo y psicosocial de las diversas etapas.
El texto es comprensivo y la mayoria de las veces fácil de leer y entender. El tema del cual trata -como su nombre lo indica- es el desarrollo humano desde su formación (nacimiento), pasando y enumerando todas las etapas de la vida hasta el final de la misma; concentrandose principalmente en el desarrollo cognoscitivo y psicosocial de las diversas etapas.
October 29, 2007
A best way to learn human life span. From the early life all the way to the end.
Papalia, Olds & Feldman (2003) inform us about physical, cognitive and psychosocial determinants contributed in human development!
Papalia, Olds & Feldman (2003) inform us about physical, cognitive and psychosocial determinants contributed in human development!
February 22, 2008
hmmm secara ini buku wajib.. wajib di baca.. wajib di pahami.. wajib di mengerti... wajib di hapalin kekekekekekeke
buku yang bagus... kelebihannya: banyak contoh2 yang upto date... cocoklah buat para mahasiswa hehehe
buku yang bagus... kelebihannya: banyak contoh2 yang upto date... cocoklah buat para mahasiswa hehehe
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August 28, 2008Abarca las distintas etapas del desarrollo humano desde un enfoque cronologico, asi como el aspecto cognitivo, motor, psicosocial. Se encuentran tambien los principales teoricos y sus teorias mas relevantes.
November 15, 2011
Honestly, this is the best psychology book I ever read, despite the demand the course gave me, I love both the book and the course. I think Human Development is the best class I take in this semester. Fun class with great textbook, and I'm all in.
December 15, 2013
No es algo que leerÃa por gusto, pero se ve que es un muy buen libro. Muy completo y todo es muy sencillo de comprender, sobretodo porque tiene pequeñas anotaciones de cosas claves. No sé. thumbs up mil.
August 27, 2007
it`s about all human development. simple english, quite applicable, provide a lot of experiment studies.
November 6, 2007
this is a text book when i study psychology. there's so much that we can find if we want to know about our life.. i mean really our life step by step in physical, emotional, psychology, etc.
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October 9, 2008a must-have read for a psychologist. comprehensive, simple to be understood, and complete.
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January 16, 2010My text book for fall 2009, except mine is really 10th edition.
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February 18, 2011Salah satu buku referensi yang paling diriku gunakan untuk analisa kasus
May 20, 2012
Very recommend for your pyschology of development literature !
June 4, 2012
It´s great! It helps you to understand more about human actions and development. Also it has a lot of examples, which I don´t like it so much, but the investigations are interesting.
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March 23, 2014its a good book. :)
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September 8, 2011
Knowing ang understanding yourself with this book
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