Development Through the Lifespan 7th Edition by Laura E. Berk (2017)

Development Through the Lifespan, Seventh Edition (2017) by Laura E. Berk is widely regarded as unparalleled among human development texts — in a class by itself. For courses in Human Development, this landmark Pearson textbook has established itself as the market's leading lifespan development title through its seamless integration of up-to-date research, strong multicultural and cross-cultural focus, and clear, engaging narrative.

The dramatically revised seventh edition presents the newest, most relevant research and applications in the field of human development today. Featuring compelling topics, rich examples, and author Laura Berk's signature storytelling style, this edition is the most current and engaging text available for students of lifespan psychology.

Comprehensive coverage of every stage of human development: theoretical foundations (psychodynamic, behaviorist, cognitive-developmental, sociocultural, ecological systems, and lifespan perspectives); biological and environmental foundations; genetics and prenatal development; infancy and toddlerhood; early childhood; middle childhood; adolescence; early adulthood; middle adulthood; late adulthood; and death, dying, and bereavement. Each developmental period is examined across physical, cognitive, emotional, and social domains.

Signature features: strong multicultural and cross-cultural emphasis; applied focus connecting research to real-world practice in education, health care, and family life; biology and environment interplay; cultural influences; and lifespan vista boxes that trace developmental threads across ages.

Essential for: undergraduate and graduate courses in human development, lifespan psychology, developmental psychology, child psychology, adolescent psychology, adult development and aging, educational psychology; pre-nursing and pre-med students; social work programs; counseling and family therapy programs; and early childhood education programs.