Thoroughly updated, An Introduction to Child Development, Second Edition offers readers a comprehensive survey of the main areas of child development, from infancy to adolescence. Like the First Edition, the text equips students with an appreciation of critical issues in the field in a readily accessible format. Author Thomas Keenan and Subhadra Evans provide a balanced coverage of topics and theoretical perspectives.

Key Featuresof the Second Edition

• Includes more information on the biological foundations of development
• Contains new chapters on moral development and applied developmental psychology
• Incorporates enhanced pedagogy throughout the book
• Accompanied by a companion Web site with resources for both students and instructors

Intended Audience

This introductory text is designed for students in psychology and related disciplines studying child development