An Introduction to Theories of Human Development [Paperback]

Neil J. Salkind (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 22, 2004 | ISBN-10: 0761926399 | ISBN-13: 978-0761926399 | Edition: 1st

An Introduction to Theories of Human Development provides a comprehensive view of the primary theoretical models of human development including those from the biological, psychoanalytic, behavioral, and cognitive developmental perspectives. Along with a brief discussion of a historical background for each of these approaches, this book examines the application of these theories to various aspects of human development, such as the effectiveness of early intervention, individual differences, adolescence, and sociobiology.

Editorial Reviews

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“The book is well written and the theorists and their respective work are well-presented and clearly explained. . . . As a text dealing with the historical overview of major theorists and their work in human development over the last century or so, it is extremely strong and could be widely used in a variety of both undergraduate and graduate courses.”

 

(Ann C. Diver-Stamnes )

“In general, I found the websites and references listed at the end of each chapter to be very interesting and useful for taking students beyond what is in the text.”

 

(Jane Ledingham )

“A fine choice for a classic theories course, and I believe that the level of presentation would be appropriate for advanced undergraduate or graduate students. . . . The up-to-date web sites at the end of each section are a definite plus.  The choice of sites is excellent.”  

 

(Cosby Steele Rogers )

Overall, An Introduction to Theories of Human Development is an excellent introduction for students who are already grounded – or who at the very least intend to become grounded – in traditional ways of ‘doing science.’ It is clear and well structured, reader-friendly (including summary boxes, illustrations, highlights of important points, and employs jargon only where it is necessary – without oversimplifying or dumbing down), orients to up-to-date additional readings and web sites, and, not irrelevant for students, it is not too expensive (Michael Bamberg )

About the Author

Neil J. Salkind is Professor Emeritus at the University of Kansas where he taught in the Department of Educational Psychology for more than 35 years. His interest is in writing about statistics and research methods in an informative, non-intimidating and non-condescending way and is also the author of Statistics for People Who (Think They) Hate Statistics, Statistics for People Who (Think They) Hate Statistics (the Excel Edition), Excel Statistics: A Quick Guide, Encyclopedia of Research Design, and 100 Questions (and Answers) about Research Methods, all with SAGE.

Product Details

• Paperback: 349 pages
• Publisher: Sage Publications; 1st edition (January 22, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761926399
• ISBN-13: 978-0761926399
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #428,682 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Neil J. Salkind received his Ph.D. from the University of Maryland in the Institute for Child Study and has been a faculty member at the University of Kansas for 33 years. He has published over 80 professional papers, and is the author of several college level textbooks including Statistics for People Who (Think They) Hate Statistics, Theories of Human Development and Tests and Measurements for People Who (Think They) Hate Tests and Measurements. He was editor of Child Development Abstracts and Bibliography for 13 years and also works as a literary agent for Studio B. When he's not typing away, he enjoys reading, collecting signed first editions, cooking, competitive Masters swimming, chocolate in almost any form and working on vintage Volvos and living with Leni.

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5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars intro to theories of human development, March 19, 2004

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This review is from: An Introduction to Theories of Human Development (Paperback)

The content is rudimentary in content rather than introductory. Does not provide a comprehensive overview of the theories. For example, 2-3 sentences devoted to a phases of Erikson's theory of development. The dichotomies are not mentioned except in the title. The reader will not have an overview when reading of the text is complete. Might be helpful to list the level of the intended learner. I needed it for first level college students.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An overview of the changes that occur in behavior, May 12, 2005

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This review is from: An Introduction to Theories of Human Development (Paperback)

An Introduction To Theories Of Human Development by educator and psychologist Neil J. Salkind is a comprehensive overview of the changes that occur in behavior during the long transition from infancy to adulthood. A wide variety of approaches seeking to clarify and better understand different scientific perspectives are discussed, including the maturational/biological approach, the psychodynamic approach, the behavioral perspective, and the cognitive-developmental view. A comparative analysis places the insights of each branch of psychology in perspective, in this intelligently written yet highly accessible educational text, as fascinating for lay readers as it is useful to beginning psychology students.

0 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good condition, September 30, 2008

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This book was sent to me in fairly good condition and I received it in a very timely manner. I was very satisfied with my purchase and would buy from this seller again.