Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development: An Evolution of Big Ideas

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Timothy Page

Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development

An Evolution of Big Ideas

Timothy Page

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Rowman & Littlefield
20 August 2024

Child & developmental psychology; Social, group or collective psychology

This is a book about the major psychosocial theories of human development that were created in the 20th century, drawing from the diverse disciplines of developmental psychology, psychiatry, cognitive science, social psychology, sociology, ethology, and neuroscience. A central focus concerns the components of psychological and social development that motivate and influence human behavior over the lifespan. The evolution of the major ideas over time, their integration, and the ways in which their emergence was shaped by their mutual influences is emphasized throughout. Several integrative themes are used to provide linkages and contexts for the emergence of the theories, particularly the social influences on scientific discoveries, the integrative theoretical framework from the National Research Council, referred to as the transactional-ecological model, and an emphasis on the historical evolution of the sources of knowledge on which the theories were based. A major goal of the book, therefore, is to teach, in addition to the major concepts of growth and development, the historical scientific and social processes by which these organizations of concepts came into being. Without an integrative discussion such as this, students can miss out on important opportunities for more critical analysis and synthesis of the ideas.

By: Timothy Page
Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 255mm, Width: 177mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 771g
ISBN: 9781538194355
ISBN 10: 153819435X
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 20 August 2024
Recommended Age: From 17 to 80 years
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Timothy Page, M.S.W., Ph.D., is Professor Emeritus at Louisiana State University School of Social Work, where he taught for 17 years and served 14 years as Ph.D. program director. Prior to his academic career, he practiced clinical social work with children, adolescents, and families, with particular interest in children’s play therapy. The courses he taught, in the M.S.W. program, were primarily in the areas of human behavior and development and social work direct practice, and, in the Ph.D. Program, research methods. He has also mentored numerous student masters theses and doctoral dissertations. His research interests concern children’s mental health and development, with a focus on attachment experience. Much of his research, in collaboration with numerous colleagues and former students, has involved the use of narrative story stem methods to assess children’s emotional wellbeing and relational perceptions in the context of attachment security. He has published his work in 3 dozen journal articles and book chapters and presented in numerous national and international conference venues.

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Psychosocial Theories of Human Behavior and Development is a dive into specific theories in human behavior in the social environment that have a unique presentation: a mix of quotes, historical information, and connection to current day. It provides insight into the historical foundation of theories and connects to current work. --Rachel M. Young, Mount Vernon Nazarene University