Child and Adolescent Development in Context

By Tara L Kuther and Tara L. Kuther

Book Overview

Like children themselves, development is dynamic. In the chronologically organized Child and Adolescent Development in Context, award-winning author Tara L. Kuther brings developmental research to life by framing it within real-world contexts, illustrating how internal factors interact with a wide range of social, environmental, and cultural influences. Through highly relatable examples and vivid cross-cultural stories, Dr. Kuther engages students while emphasizing three core themes: the centrality of context, the importance of research, and the practical value of developmental science. Students will come away with a deeper understanding of these themes and the ability to apply them to their own lives and future careers. The new Second Edition features an expanded exploration of intersectional influences, a new section on intersectionality in Chapter 1, and the addition of "Developmental Cascades", a brand-new feature that illustrates how changes in one domain can influence others.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1071913328
• ISBN13: 9781071913321
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 752 Pages
• Weight: 3.25 lbs.