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By Carmen Valdez, Jennifer M. Park-Taylor, & Rona Carter
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company (2020) · Language: English · ISBN-13: 9780826182784
Lifespan Development: Cultural and Contextual Applications for the Helping Professions provides a comprehensive and culturally grounded overview of human development from birth through late adulthood, specifically tailored for students and practitioners in counseling, psychology, and the helping professions.
This 1st edition integrates developmental theory with cultural, social, and contextual perspectives, emphasizing how diverse backgrounds and environments shape individual growth. Chapters include case studies, reflective exercises, and applied examples that connect theory to professional practice.
Covering physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan, the book equips readers with both the foundational knowledge and applied skills necessary to support diverse clients in real-world settings.
Ideal for graduate and undergraduate courses in counseling, psychology, and social work, this text bridges research and practice to prepare future professionals for culturally responsive and contextually informed work.
