
Adolescence
Wiley (Publisher)
Published on 13. November 1997
Book
Paperback/Softback
688 pages
978-0-471-57190-2 (ISBN)
Description
What′s it like to be an adolescent today? This book explores the problems, the pressures, the opportunities, the excitement of gaining entry into the adult world. It exposes readers to the research, theory, case material, and applications in this field.
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Product info
Paperback
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 247 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
1014 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-471-57190-2 (9780471571902)
Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Michael L. Jaffe is the author of Adolescence, published by Wiley.
Content
Introduction to Adolescence. Theoretical Perspectives. Physical Growth and Development. Cognitive Development in Adolescence. Moral Development in Adolescence. Adolescent Identity, Self-Concept, and Self-Esteem. Adolescents in Families. The World of Adolescents: Peer and Youth Culture. Adolescent Sexuality. Intimacy, Pregnancy, Marriage, and Child Rearing. Schooling and Achievement. Vocational Development. Adolescents in Crisis. Epilogue. Appendix. Answers to Self-Tests. References. Photo Credits. Indexes.