Developmental Psychology 3rd edition covers the topics and concepts required by the British
Psychological Society. With a clear and straightforward style this easy-to-follow textbook
addresses the social and cognitive strands of child development into emerging adulthood.
Following a topical organisation this resource provides an intuitive pathway through the core
topics. This third edition has been fully updated with contemporary research globally relevant
diverse examples and a new section of ten case studies which focus on the clinical and applied
aspects of the subject. The new case studies are written by leading experts to provide an
opportunity to explore something already mentioned in the book in more detail through the lens
of a real or imagined example of a child or adolescent. These case studies could be used
individually or in class-based learning activities promoting engagement with literature. Each
case study focuses on a specific construct or concept introduced in one of the chapters
including: ADHD Head injury in a child Autism Gender dysphoria Dyslexia Multilingual families
Attachment disorder how childhood attachment affects later romantic relationships Transition to
university Mid-life crisis Dementia