A Contextual Approach to Human Development
Integrating an Indian Perspective
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A Contextual Approach to Human Development
Integrating an Indian Perspective
About This Book
This textbook offers a unique insight into the theoretical and applied aspects of human development in relation to the cultural traditions of non-Western countries.
Presented in a modular form, this comprehensive and thematic approach to lifespan development will help students develop an understanding of human development in varied Indian social contexts. Covering all stages of development including the development of self and personality, social understanding, human strengths, sustainable development, lifelong learning, and many more, the book highlights current research in these areas as well as provides learning objectives, points for reflection, web links, and a glossary.
This book is an essential reading for undergraduate students of psychology, human development, and allied fields, as well as for postgraduates with an interest in studying human development in a non-Western context.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Endorsements
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Part I Human Development from a Contextualist Perspective
- Part II Foundational Processes of Human Development
- Part III Perspectives on Cognitive and Language Development
- Part IV Perspectives on Self and Affective Development
- Part V Social Understanding and Prosocial Development
- Part VI Towards Inclusive Development: Emerging Issues
- Glossary of Sanskrit Terms
- References
- Index