Discover the Mysteries of Adult Development
Adulthood: An Introduction by Rita M. Curl-Langager, PhD
Are you curious about adulthood’s exciting, complex, and ever-evolving journey? Check out Adulthood: An Introduction, a book by Dr. Rita M. Curl-Langager. This comprehensive book offers a rich exploration of adult development, guiding you through the biological, psychological, social, and cultural changes we experience across this life stage. With clear explanations and engaging examples, Dr. Curl-Langager provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of aging.
What You Will Find in Adulthood: An Introduction
- Suitable for students and the general public: The book and supplements are suitable for students and general audiences to establish a foundation in adult development and aging to support personal and professional goals.
- Designed for students across academic disciplines: Dr. Curl-Langager provides explanations that fill in the blanks for students from psychology and related disciplines such as social work, sociology, addiction studies, special education, criminal justice, medical services, and communication disorders.
- Engaging Content: The book’s captivating vignettes, author commentaries, and reader applications make it an engaging and interactive experience. The vignettes bring real-world adult experiences to life, connecting you personally with the material.
- Multicultural Perspectives: Recognizing the importance of cultural contexts, Dr. Curl-Langager integrates multicultural perspectives throughout the book. This ensures the information resonates with a broad audience, fostering a more inclusive understanding of adult development.
- Grounded in Research: Dr. Curl-Langager incorporates carefully selected research findings to support the concepts explored within the book. These high-quality studies pertinent to adult development provide a solid foundation for comprehending early, middle, and late adulthood.
Table of Contents
Section I Themes, Theories, and Methods of Study
Chapter 1 An Introduction to Adult Development
- Vignette 1.1 Cultural Contrasts and Changing Times
- Vignette 1.2 Concepts of Age
Why Study Adulthood?
Adulthood: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives
- Activity 1.1 Personal Life Expectancy Worksheet
- Composition of the Global Population
- The Demographic Transition
- Contrasts in Aging Around the World
- Author Commentary 1.1 How Adulthood Is Important to You
The Concept of Age
- Perceptions of Aging
- Defining the Adult Years
- Aging Stereotypes
- Activity 1.2 Ageism
Diversity in the Adult Population
- Gender
- Ancestral Origin, Race, and Ethnicity
- Living Arrangements
- Education
- Health
- Socioeconomic Status and Employment
Developmental Themes and Controversies
- Nature and Nurture
- Early and Later Experience
- Continuity and Discontinuity
- Sociocultural Context
- The Individual’s Active Role
- The Influence of Individual Differences
- The Relationship Among Developmental Themes
- Author Commentary 1.2 The Relationship Among Developmental Themes for Successful Aging
Domains of Adult Development
- Biological Development
- Cognitive Development
- Personality Development
- Social Development
- Contextual Influences on Development
Chapter Summary
- Perspectives Across Disciplines: Defining Roles of Interdisciplinary Team Members
References
Page numbers correspond with each chapter.