Theory and Problems of Adolescent Development, Third Edition

The book critiques the historical approaches to understanding adolescent development, highlighting a 2000-year tradition of flawed observational techniques. It argues that previous research has been marred by bias and subjectivity, leading to disorganized and superficial findings. By examining the implications of these shortcomings, the author seeks to offer a clearer, more objective perspective on the complexities of adolescent growth and development.