Puberty is one of the most important life transitions. There is no other period in the life cycle in which there is such significant, rapid, and simultaneous transformation in biology and social and psychological development. Change at puberty is both dramatic and universal, yet there are few researchers who study this important stage in the lifecourse. Indeed the study of the biological and psychosocial changes at puberty is relatively recent. One of the most interesting aspects of puberty is that it marks a significant separation between the genders: physically, psychologically, and socially. This book focuses on the emergence of gender difference and provides an up to date summary of interdisciplinary research in the area with contributions from an international team of leading experts in the field. Topics covered include biological aspects of puberty, body image, aggression, sexual abuse, opposite-sex relationships and the psychopathology of puberty.

This book focuses on the emergence of gender difference, summarizing the most up-to-date interdisciplinary research.

About the Author
Dr Chris Hayward is an Associate Professor and Chief of Hospital-Based Services for the Department of Psychiatry at Stanford University. He was awarded teacher of the year in 1994 and has received a William T. Grant Faculty Scholar award.


Book Information
ISBN 9780521807043
Author Chris Hayward
Format Hardback
Page Count 358
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 687g
Dimensions(mm) 236mm * 160mm * 28mm