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Havighurst's Adult Developmental Tasks: A Study of Their Importance Relative to Income, Age and Sex.
Merriam, Sharan; Mullins, Larry – Adult Education, 1981
Discusses Robert Havighurst's study of developmental tasks for stages of life from infancy to older adulthood. Discusses the relevance of the findings in relation to adult education. (JOW)
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Education, Age Differences, Developmental Stages
Merriam, Sharan – Adult Education, 1978
Reviews the research and theory related to middle age. The literature survey is divided into three parts: (1) When is middle aged?; (2) What are its psychosocial dynamics?; and (3) Is there a mid-life crisis? Suggests implications for educational practice. (Author/CSS)
Descriptors: Adult Development, Age Differences, Conflict Resolution, Coping
