The second edition of this classic and renowned text retains the features of the previous edition with its comprehensive coverage of physical/cognitive development and social personality development for each stage of life. The book features exceptional coverage of lifespan across cultures and cross-ethnic research and also incorporates an expanded section on the biological explanations and theories of development. *Expanded section on biological explanations and theories of development *Increased emphasis on the emotional aspects of development *Expanded section on the theories of ageing *Includes new references and marginal thinking questions