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From the Back Cover With its emphasis on up-to-date research and theories and coverage of current themes in the psychology of women–including women and leadership, social support and mental health, and recent trends in dating–Women’s Lives: A Topical Approach is an engaging and comprehensive text. The text promotes an understanding of the wide range of factors that influence the lives of women by drawing on examples from cultures around the world. Incorporating women’s first-hand experiences, Women’s Lives: A Topical Approach encourages readers to personally connect with the material, allowing for a complete understanding of the major principles of this important field.Cutting-edge coverage for the 21st Century:The lives of women in middle and later life Reproduction and childbearing Education and achievement Employment Violence against girls and women Visit www.ablongman.com for more information. Product Description Women’s Lives: A Topical Approach draws on this rich literature to present a broad range of experiences and issues of relevance to girls and women. Because it does not presuppose any background in psychology, this book can be used as the sole or primary text in introductory-level psychology of women courses and, with other books, in psychology of gender or interdisciplinary women’s studies courses. Additionally, its presentation of both current and classical research and theory make it a suitable choice, along with supplementary materials, for more advanced courses focused on the psychology of women or gender.