Abstract
At the end of this chapter you should be able to:
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identify and discuss physical and psychological changes that take place during adolescence;
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assess alternative views of the factors which influence development during adolescence;
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discuss studies of adolescence, particularly those which have considered the influence of the peer group;
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consider theories and studies of development and change during early, middle and late adulthood;
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discuss the impact of particular life events during adulthood, for example, marriage, parenting, divorce, unemployment, retirement, death and bereavement.
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Further Reading
Brodzinksky D, A Gormley and S Ambron Lifespan human development. HRW International Editions 1986.
Coleman J C The nature of adolescence. Methuen 1978.
Conger J J Adolescence & youth. Harper & Row 1984.
Dohrenwend B S & B P Dohrenwend Stressful life events: their nature & effects. Wiley 1974.
Turner J S & D Helms Lifespan development. Saunders London 1979.
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Birch, A., Malim, T. (1988). Adolescence and Adulthood. In: Developmental Psychology. Introductory Psychology Series. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-12679-8_6
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