A lively and accessible introduction to the psychology of human development, this book focuses on topics of immediate relevance to everyday life such as brother-sister relationships, delinquency, marriage and parenting. It will be of particular relevance to students and practitioners in child care, including nursery nurses, nursery staff, childminders, paediatric nurses, health visitors and parents who are interested in the development of their child. Psychology students will find it a comprehensive book for developmental modules in undergraduate psychology.