Theory and Problems of Adolescent Development, Third Edition

The book critiques the historical approaches to understanding adolescent development, highlighting a 2000-year tradition in Western culture that relied on flawed observational methods. It argues that previous research was marred by bias and subjectivity, resulting in disorganized and superficial findings. The author emphasizes the need for more rigorous and objective research techniques to better understand the complexities of adolescent growth and its broader implications.