More students learn from John Santrock¡¯s Adolescence than from any other text in this field. The 14th edition combines proven pedagogy and the most current research to provide a market leading presentation of adolescence. This time tested text provides compelling contemporary research, including updates from eleven leading experts in the field. The text's accessible presentation, plentiful applications and engaging writing foster increased mastery of the content. The new edition includes substantially expanded material on diversity and culture, adolescents¡¯ and emerging adults¡¯ health and well-being, including numerous recommendations for improving the lives of adolescents, and expanded emphasis on the positive aspects of adolescent development.
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Chapter 1. Introduction Appendix: Careers in Adolescent Development
Chapter 2. Puberty, Health, and Biological Foundations
Chapter 3. The Brain and Cognitive Development
Chapter 4. The Self, Identity, Emotion, and Personality
Chapter 5. Gender
Chapter 6. Sexuality
Chapter 7. Moral Development, Values, and Religion
Chapter 8. Families
Chapter 9. Peers, Romantic Relationships, and Life Styles
Chapter 10. Schools
Chapter 11. Achievement, Work, and Careers
Chapter 12. Culture
Chapter 13. Problems in Adolescence and Emerging Adulthood
Glossary References Credits Name Index Subject Index
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