Kategoria BISAC: Psychology >> Developmental - Adolescent

Peer on peer abuse is on the rise but there is a lack of literature on the topic. Taking a sociological and feminist perspective, this book reshapes the way this abuse is perceived by examining the interplay between the nature of the abuse and the gendered social context. Using case studies, chapters explore associations between abusive incidents and young people's homes, peer groups, schools and neighbourhoods, in addition to broader societal influences such as pornography and politics. It will be invaluable for students and researchers in social work, education, criminology, sociology...

Over 5,000 high-school students of different social, religious, and national backgrounds were studied to show the effects of family experience, neighborhoods, minority groups, etc. on their self-image and response to society.

Originally published in 1965.

The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover...

Emerging adulthood has been identified as an important developmental stage, characterised by identity exploration, instability and open possibilities, in which young people are no longer adolescents but have not yet attained full adult status. This ground-breaking edited collection is the first book to offer a comprehensive overview of emerging adulthood in a European context, which includes a comparison of findings in 9 different European countries and the USA.

Each chapter, written by a leading European researcher, describes the socio-demographic characteristics of emerging...

Emerging adulthood has been identified as an important developmental stage, characterised by identity exploration, instability and open possibilities, in which young people are no longer adolescents but have not yet attained full adult status. This ground-breaking edited collection is the first book to offer a comprehensive overview of emerging adulthood in a European context, which includes a comparison of findings in 9 different European countries and the USA.　　　

Each chapter, written by a leading European researcher, describes the socio-demographic...

In recent years there have been tremendous advances in understanding how brain development underlies behavioural changes in adolescence. Based on the latest discoveries in the research field, Eveline A. Crone examines changes in learning, emotions, face processing and social relationships in relation to brain maturation, across the fascinating period of adolescent development.

This book covers new insights from brain research that help us to understand what happens when children turn into adolescents and then into young adults. Why do they show increases in...

In recent years there have been tremendous advances in understanding how brain development underlies behavioural changes in adolescence. Based on the latest discoveries in the research field, Eveline A. Crone examines changes in learning, emotions, face processing and social relationships in relation to brain maturation, across the fascinating period of adolescent development.

This book covers new insights from brain research that help us to understand what happens when children turn into adolescents and then into young adults. Why do they show increases in...

Adolescents face unique pressures and worries. Will they pass high school? Should they go to college? Will they find love? And what ways do they want to act in the world? The uncertainty surrounding the future can be overwhelming. Sadly, and all too often, if things don t go smoothly, adolescents will begin labeling themselves as losers, unpopular, unattractive, weird, or dumb. And, let s not forget the ubiquitous not good enough story that often begins during these formative years. These labels are often carried forward throughout life. So what can you do, now, to help lighten this...

Despite the considerable amount of attention given in the popular press and among social critics and...

The education of human services professionals has typically failed to train individuals to work with specific client populations, providing a generalist approach grounded in theoretical assumptions and professional values rather...

Drawing on her research knowledge and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologist--and mother of two boys--Frances E. Jensen, M.D., offers a revolutionary look at the science of the adolescent brain, providing remarkable insights that translate into practical advice for both parents and teenagers.

Driven by the assumption that brain growth was pretty much complete by the time a child began kindergarten, scientists believed for years that the adolescent brain was essentially an adult one--only with fewer miles on it. Over the last decade, however, the scientific...

From the moment we are born our relationships with others play a vital role in our development.

Have you ever wondered how an infant develops attachments? Or why these relationships influence a child's growing sense of self? Perhaps you're curious about the effect of early relationships and the self on social and emotional development?

In exploring questions like these, Karen Rosen guides you through the fascinating and interrelated themes of attachment and the self. Bringing together key theories and research in a unique integrative approach, this textbook is essential...