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Lives Across Cultures: Cross-Cultural Human Development provides an in-depth examination of how culture influences every aspect of human development from infancy through adulthood. The sixth edition synthesizes contemporary research with practical applications, demonstrating the profound impact of cultural values, family structures, and social practices on psychological development.
This textbook addresses key developmental theories and their cross-cultural applications, including cognitive development, emotional growth, identity formation, and social relationships. Through case studies and comparative analysis, readers gain insight into developmental variations across Western and non-Western societies. The text emphasizes cultural relativism while examining universal developmental principles, offering a balanced perspective on human growth and behavior across the lifespan.
Ideal for psychology and education students, this edition reflects current research in cultural psychology and developmental science, providing essential knowledge for professionals working in multicultural contexts.
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