Useful sections:
- Lifespan Development
- Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development
- Erikson's Theory of Psychosocial Development
2. Simply Psychology
A popular educational website with easy-to-understand explanations of developmental theories.
Website: https://www.simplypsychology.org
Useful topics:
- Piaget's Stages of Cognitive Development
- Erikson's Psychosocial Stages
- Developmental Psychology
3. American Psychological Association (APA)
The APA provides trusted information about psychology and human development.
Website: https://www.apa.org
Useful topics:
- Child Development
- Adolescence
- Healthy Aging
- Developmental Psychology
4. Lumen Learning
Free educational resources covering psychology and lifespan development.
Website: https://courses.lumenlearning.com
Useful topics:
- Lifespan Development
- Cognitive Development
- Social Development
- Developmental Theories
5. Psychology Today
Provides articles written by psychologists on child development, adolescence, adulthood, and aging.
Website: https://www.psychologytoday.com
Useful topics:
- Child Development
- Adolescence
- Adult Development
- Healthy Aging
- Personality Across the Lifespan
Summary of the Life Stages
| Life Stage | Approximate Age | Main Development |
|---|---|---|
| Infancy & Toddlerhood | Birth–3 years | Learning through senses, developing trust and independence |
| Early Childhood | 3–7 years | Imagination, language, pretend play, initiative |
| Middle Childhood | 7–11 years | Logical thinking, school skills, confidence |
| Adolescence | 12–18 years | Identity, abstract thinking, independence |
| Early Adulthood | 18–40 years | Relationships, careers, family |
| Middle Adulthood | 40–65 years | Helping others, work, parenting, community |
| Late Adulthood | 65+ years | Reflecting on life, wisdom, adapting to aging |
These sources are widely used in psychology education and should provide a solid foundation for understanding developmental psychology throughout the lifespan.
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