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This volume contains an expansion of the material dealt with in the first edition plus extensive updating that incorporates significant recent research. It presents an integrative view of the field of adult development as well as an orientation to research and practice for interested professionals. The material is organized around a topical approach that deals with processes within several major areas of human functioning. . . . The book is for advanced undergraduates, as it requires some sophistication on the part of the reader. An excellent addition to academic libraries, it can serve as a valuable reference and source book. Choice [The book] is a distinctive contribution to the array of texts on adult development. Whitbourne's second edition is a very useful and unique addition to the existing textbooks in the field. It could well serve as a text for advanced courses on adult development, particularly with a psychosocial orientation. Contemporary Psychology

A comprehensive review of psychopathology in older adults combiningtheory, research, and practice The tremendous growth of the aging population has dramaticallyincreased the importance of clinical geropsychology as a major areaof research, theory, and practice. The unique ways in whichpsychological disorders manifest in the later years of life createspecial challenges for professionals working with older clients.Edited by a well-known expert in aging, and with contributions fromleading clinical researchers, Psychopathology in Later Adulthoodaddresses the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment issues healthprofessionals encounter in late adulthood. Combining theory, research, and case examples, this book exploresboth the physical and cognitive changes that occur as adults age.Each chapter focuses on a specific disorder and includes a relevantclinical case study, which is integrated into the substantivecontent. Some of the subjects covered are:* Personality, anxiety, mood, and sexual disorders* Dementia* Suicide* Substance abuse disorders* Schizophrenia and related disorders* Sleep-related disorders* General principles of therapy Thorough and practical, Psychopathology in Later Adulthood providesthe reader with the insight needed to understand and successfullytreat the complex aspects of aging.

This authoritative reference work contains more than 300 entries covering all aspects of the multi-disciplinary field of adult development and agingBrings together concise, accurate summaries of classic topics as well as the most recent thinking and research in new areasCovers a broad range of issues, from biological and physiological changes in the body to changes in cognition, personality, and social roles to applied areas such as psychotherapy, long-term care, and end-of-life issuesIncludes contributions from major researchers in the academic and clinical realms3 Volumes www.encyclopediaadulthoodandaging.com

This exceptional collection draws on the most recent demographic data and combines classic research with cutting-edge approaches to provide an invaluable overview of the developmental psychology of the adult years. Covers a wide range of topics within adult development and aging, from theoretical perspectives to specific content areasIncludes newly commissioned essays from the top researchers in the fieldTakes a biopsychosocial perspective, covering the biological, psychological and social changes that occur in adulthood

Presents an integrative, student-friendly approach to understanding the impact of biological, psychological and social processes on individuals throughout the aging processAcclaimed for its depth, currency, and easily accessible presentation, Adult Development and Aging, helps students understand the aging process both in themselves and in those around them, approaching the subject from the biopsychosocial perspective: a model of adult development that takes into account the influences and interactions of complex biological, psychological, and social processes.Authors Susan Krauss Whitbourne and Stacey B. Whitbourne explore the latest concepts and applications in this important discipline. Based on Susan's classroom experience teaching her Psychology of Aging course, this engaging textbook integrates current research, real-world data, detailed explanations, and relatable examples to provide a balanced and accessible examination of the subject.Now in its eighth edition, this fully updated and revised textbook offers inclusive coverage of recent advances in neuroscience and genetics, cognitive functions, vocational development, sociocultural influences, mental health issues, health and prevention, and much more.Adult Development and Aging: Biopsychosocial Perspectives, Eighth Edition, is an invaluable source of timely and relevant information for digital-native college learners and mature returning students alike, as well as for instructors and academic researchers in areas of adult aging and lifespan development.AN INTERACTIVE, MULTIMEDIA LEARNING EXPERIENCEThis textbook includes access to an interactive, multimedia e-text. Icons throughout the print book signal corresponding digital content in the e-text.Two threads of video content in the enhanced e-text engage students more deeply with the material: Age Matters: Newly developed for the Eighth Edition, each chapter begins with an inviting video introduction to the chapter topic—outlining for students what they will read about, calling attention to key concepts, challenges, and pitfalls, and making connections with other chapters. Appearing with each chapter's summary, a longer and more personal Age Matters video lends real-world context to students' review of the chapter, with the authors offering insights drawn from their own work and life experience. Psychology Concepts: A series of videos offering brief overviews of topics in general psychology, such as understanding memory and understanding personality, that come to bear in the discussion of adult development and aging.Appearing throughout the enhanced e-text, interactive figures, diagrams, and tables facilitate study and help students retain important information. Even many of the simplest figures are interactive to encourage online readers to pause and absorb the information they present before scrolling on to additional reading.Each chapter includes a self-scoring practice quizwith feedback at both question- and quiz-level to help students prepare for higher-stakes assessments and exams.

This exceptional collection draws on the most recent demographic data and combines classic research with cutting-edge approaches to provide an invaluable overview of the developmental psychology of the adult years. Covers a wide range of topics within adult development and aging, from theoretical perspectives to specific content areas Includes newly commissioned essays from the top researchers in the field Takes a biopsychosocial perspective, covering the biological, psychological and social changes that occur in adulthood