Adult Development and Aging, 7th Edition

by Susan K. Whitbourne, Stacey B. Whitbourne

The new edition of the leading textbook on the biopsychosocial processes of aging in adults, fully revised and updated.

Adult Development and Aging helps student readers understand the aging process both in themselves and in those around them. Approaching the subject from the biopsychosocial perspective -- an innovative 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 exciting academic 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.

This fully updated and revised seventh edition 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. "AgeFeeds" provide key information for each chapter, while new graphics, charts, tables, and figures enhance the text's visual appeal and strengthen student comprehension and retention. Acclaimed for its depth, currency, and student-friendly presentation, this popular

Uses a multidisciplinary approach for understanding adult aging and development Offers positive images of aging and the newest and most relevant research in the field Provides new and updated illustrations, references, quizzes, examples, and research Offers practical self-help tips and up-to-date links to online resources Includes extensive supplementary teaching and learning material including a test bank, PowerPoint slides, and an instructor’s manual Adult Development and Biopsychosocial Perspectives, 7th Editionis an invaluable source of topically relevant information for traditional college-age learners and mature returning students alike, as well as for instructors and academic researchers in areas of adult aging and lifespan development.

Genres: Psychology, Nonfiction, Textbooks, School

400 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Avverkad; avsnittet om personlighet kopplat till vuxenlivet, åldrande och livsvägar fick en att smälla av. Älskar traitperspektivet; skinkar in ett citat som fångar vikten av det paradigmet:

”Adult career outcomes could be predicted from both questionnaires measures and teacher observations on personality-like qualities of adherence to school rules, inattentiveness, pessimism and feelings of inferiority — above and beyond — the effects of parent SES (socioeconomic status) and IQ (…) there can be significant consequences of personality characteristics emerging early in life whose effects persists throughout the adult years”


Above and beyond. Smäller av.

Lättläst överlag, för att vara kurslitteratur: 4+

[Ira Therebel · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great textbook.

I enjoy reading about psychology and about seniors I didn't know that much.

It explores different areas such as health, relationships work etc. It is of course a great read for the ones who will have to work with older adults, but I would also suggest it to certain Millenials who when hearing the word "ageism" think about how oppressed they are because they can't afford the house. Maybe it could open their eyes about lives of people in the generation they are mad at so much and what real issues related to age are. (No it isn't about baby boomers specifically but many of them are in that are and about to enter it now)

[Kyrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

For a textbook, it was pretty good. It was interesting, not hard to follow and had some humor. I'm still laughing at one of her opening comments something about 'In order to be old, the first step is not to die'. It had some insights into how to talk with the elderly, how not to treat them like toddlers and how to age.

[Brittany · Rating 4 out of 5]

A pretty good textbook. It was informative and had enough graphics. It's exactly what I expect a textbook to be.

[Shelby · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn’t like the layout of the information in this textbook.

[Christine Allen Carlsson · Rating 4 out of 5]

One book in a plethora of textbooks I am trying to review in order to pass comprehensive exams as a psychologist in Sweden. Having graduated in '99, my specific knowledge is somewhat general at this point. Take-away points: exercise - it will extend your life, improve the quality, improve memory. Eat less. There is a direct correlation between eating less and living longer. Get used to being hungry - boo! Do strength training as it is good for apparently everything - who knew weights were the key to longer better life? Have meaningful relationships as this is what sustains older folks and also improves memory and life satisfaction. Get married if you want to live longer.