Human Growth & Development: An Irish Perspective by Emma Zara O'Brien
* Explains lifespan development from conception to old age, and is supported by Irish facts, research, statistics and context
* Introduces and discusses key debates within psychology, such as nature vs. nurture and critical vs. sensitive periods of development, by using contemporary case studies and findings
* Examines the stages from infancy to adolescence within the framework of physical, cognitive and socioemotional theories
* Visually well presented with each chapter containing: - Chapter outline and objectives - Keywords in definition boxes - Case study displaying application of theory and issues - A focus on a contemporary issue relating to each chapter content, making the learning experience very real - Recap of key points at end of chapter to aid revision and learning
* Always keeping the learner in mind, it is written in an accessible language and promotes easy understanding of key concepts and theories * Suitable for students taking the following courses : - Human Growth & Development FETAC Level 5 - Child Development & Childcare FETAC Level 5 - Community Care Assistant FETAC Level 5 - Community & Health Services FETAC Level 5 (Pre-Nursing) - CACHE courses in Childcare & Health & Social Care - Certificate in Social Studies - Youth Work, Sociology, Psychology - FDI & CDE Imperial College of Dance - Montessori courses and Returning to Education courses