Human Development

This introductory text adopts a chronological and multidisciplinary view of human development, covering the biological, physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of humans from conception through to adulthood, with a strong emphasis on cross-cultural experiences. New features of this sixth edition include updated research references, extra coverage of the effects of maternal drug use, theories of language development, cognitive development in young adulthood, the transition to parenthood and the multiple roles of adult women, as well as a new section on research methodology.