Human Growth & Development: An Irish Perspective

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

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