This updated volume is an account of the lifelong process of identity development, paying special attention to the years of adolescence and adulthood. The book begins by examining five general theoretical orientations to the question of what constitutes identity, as well as the strengths and limitations of each approach. The volume then describes key biological, psychological, and contextual issues during each phase of adolescence and adulthood.
Key Features:
Introduces readers to cutting-edge research: This second edition includes a thorough updating of key theories, research, and demographic information. New international examples of theory and research are drawn from North America, Europe, Asia, the Pacific Basin, and Africa to illustrate key themes of identity.
Provides interviews and narrative excerpts: All chapters are richly illustrated with statements from adolescents and adults going about their everyday lives in a variety of settings. In addition, each chapter concludes with a summary of key issues and answers to questions that introduce each chapter.
Offers a contemporary critical analysis: The volume concludes with an epilogue offering a critical analysis of current identity research and directions for future investigations within an Eriksonian framework.
This is an ideal core textbook for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in Identity Development, as well as an excellent supplementary text for a variety of human development courses such as Adolescent Development, Social & Personality Development, and Advanced Human Growth & Development.
BooknewsUsing case study material, interviews, and narrative excerpts to illustrate her points, Kroger (psychology, U. of Tromso, Norway) integrates biological, social, and cultural perspectives into the process of identity development, arguing that it is a lifelong process and not restricted to adolescence as some may argue. Features include opening chapter questions, summary tables, and section and chapter reviews, making this a good text for beginning human development courses. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Categories:
- Medical Books
- Psychology
- Developmental Psychology
- Psychology
Publisher : SAGE Publications, Inc
Author : Kroger, Jane
Language : English
Edition : 2
Published :2006-07-11
Number Of Pages : 320
Binding : Paperback
ISBN-10 : 0761929606
ISBN-13 : 9780761929604
Item weight : 0.8 lb
Dimensions : 0.7 in x 5.9 in x 8.8 in
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