Development Across the Life Span

This text provides a broad overview of the field of human development, introducing major theorists, research, and applications, while connecting development to the students' own lives. Feldman (U. of Massachusetts, Amherst) also illustrates the commonalties and differences of various cultures; incorporates interviews with professionals in various fields who use the findings of development; and discusses ways that individuals can use development information in their own lives. The enclosed CD-ROM features author tip videos, theorist biographies, quizzes, and links to the Internet, including the text's companion website.