„A plus point is that the writing style makes the contentaccessible to a wide audience without being simplistic. Itwould therefore be useful to students in order to expand theirreading around psychological issues in ageing.“ (Journal of Ageing & Society, 1 August 2013)
„This exceptional collection draws on the most recentdemographic data and combines classic research withcutting-edge approaches to provide an invaluable overview ofthe developmental psychology of the adult years. Covers a widerange of topics within adult development and ageing, fromtheoretical perspectives to specific content areas.“ (NursingTimes, January 2013)
„(the book) will be very useful as a review forprofessional in the area of developmental psychology, but also as aresource for students who wish to find a summary of a specificarea. . . Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-divisionundergraduates through professionals.“ (Choice,1 September 2012)
This wonderful Handbook presents a grand sweep of the universe ofage and aging seen through a developmental lens. Each chapterprovides a comprehensive overview of the topic, supplemented byextensive, up-to-date references.
Erlene Rosowsky, Harvard University
In one volume the reader will find a review of those topicscritical to the study of adult development and aging. Seasoned gerontologists will find the Handbook a faithful guide tocontemporary developments in areas of their scholarlyinterest.
Gregory A. Hinrichsen, Albert Einstein College of Medicine