Berger's personal voice, rooted in her extensive experience as a teacher, researcher and parent, connects complex concepts to personal experiences. This makes developmental psychology clear, compelling and relatable, enhancing students' understanding and enjoyment. The textbook includes the latest findings in areas like epigenetics and end-of-life care, emphasising brain development, culture, and emotional growth. This prepares students with contemporary knowledge for their future careers. Berger highlights cultural differences and universalities throughout the text, examining their impact on the values and customs that shape individual development. This theme enriches students' perspectives, promoting inclusivity and a broader understanding of human development. Interactive maps and graphs in Achieve illustrate data on topics like childhood immunisation and adolescent risk behaviours. These tools encourage hands-on learning, enhancing analytical skills and comprehension of life-span development.

Achieve is Macmillan Learning's complete online learning system. It houses instructor resources to support teaching and a range of interactive resources and the full ebook to help students succeed in their course. Access to Achieve for instructors is available on this page. Student access to Achieve could be through their institution if the institution has signed a licence or as a separate student purchase. The instructor must set up a course for students to benefit from this product.