Concepts and Theories on Growth and Development Flashcards

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Sum of the numerous changes that takes place during the lifetime of an individual

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Growth and Development

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Quantitative Change

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Growth

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used to denote an increase in physical size or quantitative change

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Growth

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physical increase in the body’s size and appearance caused by increasing numbers of new cells

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Growth

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Qualitative Change

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Development

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used to indicate an increase in skill or the ability to function; a qualitative change

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Development

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can be measured by observing a child’s ability to perform specific tasks

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Development

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8
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capacity to learn and think increases

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Development

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Patterns of Growth and Development

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  • Cephalocaudal
  • Proximodistal
  • Differentiation
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ability to lift the head to toe

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Cephalocaudal

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trunk to extremities

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Proximodistal

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skills from simple task to complex tasks (crawl -> stand -> walk -> run/jump)

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Differentiation

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Principles of Growth and Development

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P - Process that is continuous
E - Elevation of skills from gross to fine motor
D - Development from proximal to distal
I - It needs an optimum time for initiation of learning
experiences
A - A must to proceed in an orderly sequence
T - To follow a predictable and definite pattern
R - Requires practice to learn behavior and skills
I - It is cephalocaudal
C - Can develop when neonatal reflexes disappear
S - Systems in the body don’t develop at the same rate

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Most Rapid

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Infancy (0-1 yo) (1m - 12m)

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Slow

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Toddler (1-3 y.o)

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Alternating

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Preschooler (3-6 y.o)

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Slower

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Schooler (6-12 y.o)

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Rapid

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Adolescent (12-18 y.o)

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Infant (0-1 y.o)
Weight:

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doubles by 5 or 6 months; triples by 1 year; quadruples by 2 years

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Infant
Height:

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increase of 1 ft by 1 year of age

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Infant
Teeth: erupt by _____________; has_________________
teeth (baby teeth) by ___________ of age

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6 months; 6-8 deciduous; 1 year

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Toddler
Weight:

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Gains 8 oz or more a month from 1 to 2 years; Gains 3 to 5 lbs a year from 2 to 3 years of age

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Toddler
Height:

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grows 3-5 inches from 1-2 years of age; from 2-3 years, grows 2-2.5 inches per year

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Toddler
Teeth:

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Teeth: has 20 deciduous teeth by 3 years

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Preschooler (3-6 y.o)
Weight:

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gains 3-5 lbs a year

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Preschooler (3-6 y.o)
Height:

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grows 1.5-2.5 inches a year

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Schooler
Weight:

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gains 3-5 lbs a year

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Schooler
Height:

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grows 1.5-2.5 inches a year

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Adolescence
Weight:

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Girls: 15-55 lbs Boys: 15-65 lbs

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Adolescence
Height:

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Girls: 2-8 inches Boys: 4.5-12 inches

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31
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is a systematic statement of principles that provides a framework for explaining some phenomenon

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Theory

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32
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provide road maps for explaining human development

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Developmental Theories

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33
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Skills or competencies normally occurring at one stage and having an effect on the development of subsequent stages

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Developmental Task

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Theories of Growth and Development

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  • Psychoanalytic/Psychosexual Development -
    Sigmund Freud
  • Psychosocial Development - Erik Erikson
  • Cognitive Development - Jean Piaget
  • Moral Development - Lawrence Kohlberg
  • Behaviorist and Social Learning - B.F Skinner
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Psychoanalytic & Psychosexual Development Theory
Proponent:

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Sigmund Freud

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36
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the theory proposes that sexual energy is stronger in certain parts of the body at specific ages

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Psychosexual Development Theory

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37
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Experiences from childhood form the unconscious motivations for the things being done later in life as adults

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Psychoanalytic & Psychosexual Development Theory

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38
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occurs at a specific stage if needs are not met or conflicts are not resolved

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Fixation

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39
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persistent focus of the id’s pleasure-seeking energies at an earlier stage of psychosexual development

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Fixation

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40
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Basic impulses (sex and aggression)

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Id

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41
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seeking immediate gratification

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Id

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42
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irrational and impulsive

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Id

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43
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Operates at unconscious level

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Id

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44
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Ideals and morals; striving for perfection; incorporated from parents

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Superego

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45
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becoming a person’s conscience

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Superego

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46
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Operates mostly at preconscious level.

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Superego

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47
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Executive mediating between id impulses and superego inhibitions; testing reality; rational.

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Ego

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48
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Operates mainly at conscious level but also at preconscious level.

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Ego

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49
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seeking for pleasure

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ID

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50
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realistic part, acceptable methods to meet impulse

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Ego

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51
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moral & ethical system; values as conscious thoughts

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Superego

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52
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oral gratification

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Oral Stage (0 - 2 y.o)

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53
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Infants: interested in oral stimulation or pleasure

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Oral Stage (0 - 2 y.o)

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54
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nfants suck for enjoyment or relief of tension, as well as for nourishment.

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Oral Stage (0 - 2 y.o)

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55
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Provide oral stimulation by giving

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pacifiers

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56
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children’s interests focus on the anal region as they begin toilet training

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Anal Stage (2 - 3 y.o)

57
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Elimination takes on new importance for them

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Anal Stage (2 - 3 y.o)

58
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find pleasure in both the retention of feces and defecation

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Anal Stage (2 - 3 y.o)

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part of toddlers’ self-discovery, a way of exerting independence, and probably accounts for some of the difficulties parents may experience in toilet-training children of this age

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Anal Stage (2 - 3 y.o)

60
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children’s pleasure zone appears to shift from the anal to the genital area

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Phallic Stage (3 - 6 y.o)

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Masturbation is common during this phase

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Phallic Stage (3 - 6 y.o)

62
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Children may also show exhibitionism, suggesting they hope this will lead to increased knowledge of the two sexes

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Phallic Stage (3 - 6 y.o)

63
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Gratify physical curiosity

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Phallic Stage (3 - 6 y.o)

64
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Resolved elektra/oedipal complex

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Latency Stage (6 - 12 y.o)

65
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Quiet period

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Latency Stage (6 - 12 y.o)

66
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children’s libido appears to be diverted into concrete thinking

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Latency Stage (6 - 12 y.o)

67
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Great surge of genital sexual development

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Genital Stage (12 yo. and up)

68
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establishment of new sexual aims and the finding of new love objects

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Genital Stage (12 yo. and up)

69
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Masturbation and sexual fantasies are common

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Genital Stage (12 yo. and up)

70
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Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development

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Level One - Preconventional (younger than six)
Level Two - Conventional Level (7 to 11 years)
Level Three - Postconvenrional (11 years on)

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punishment and obedience orientation

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Level One - Preconventional (younger than six)
Step 1:

72
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Obey rules to avoid punishment

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Level One - Preconventional (younger than six)
Step 1:

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Naive hedonism

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Level One - Preconventional (younger than six)
Step 2:

74
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Conforms to get rewards and have favors returned

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Level One - Preconventional (younger than six)
Step 2:

75
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Good boy/girl morality

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Level Two - Conventional Level (7 to 11 years)
Step 3:

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Conforms to avoid disapproval or dislike by others

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Level Two - Conventional Level (7 to 11 years)
Step 3:

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Conforms to avoid censure by authorities

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Level Two - Conventional Level (7 to 11 years)
Step 4:

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Conforms to maintain communities

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Level Three - Postconvenrional (11 years on)
Step 5:

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Emphasis on individual rights

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Level Three - Postconvenrional (11 years on)
Step 5:

80
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Individual principles of conscience

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Level Three - Postconvenrional (11 years on)
Step 6:

81
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a theory that stresses the importance of culture and society in development of the personality

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Psychosocial Development Theory

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a person’s social view of self is more important than instinctual drives in determining behavior, allows for a more optimistic view of the possibilities for human growth.

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Psychosocial Development Theory

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Psychosocial Development Theory

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Trust vs. Mistrust (Infancy)
Antonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Toddler)
Initiative vs. Guilt (Preschool) (3-6 y.o)
Industry vs. Inferiority (School Age) (6-12 y.o)
Identity vs. Role Confusion (Adolescent) (12y - above)
Intimacy vs. Isolation (18-40 y.o)
Generativity vs. Stagnation (40-65 y.o)
Integrity vs. Despair (65 y.o - death)

84
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The child must learn trust as needs are met by the caregiver

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Trust vs. Mistrust

85
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Child learns to love and be loved.

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Trust vs. Mistrust

86
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Child becomes more independent and starts to control over body functions

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Antonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Toddler)

87
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Child learns to be independent and make decisions for self

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Antonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Toddler)

88
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enjoys active, independent exploration as part of building a sense of autonomy

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Antonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (Toddler)

89
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Development of conscience: learning right from wrong

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Initiative vs. Guilt (Preschool) (3-6 y.o)

90
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Child learns how to do things (basic problem solving) and that doing things is desirable

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Initiative vs. Guilt (Preschool) (3-6 y.o)

91
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Rule-following behavior

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Industry vs. Inferiority (School Age) (6-12 y.o)

92
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forming social relationships is seen as important

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Industry vs. Inferiority (School Age) (6-12 y.o)

93
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child learns how to do things well

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Industry vs. Inferiority (School Age) (6-12 y.o)

94
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develop a sense of industry by working on projects that result in alfeeling of accomplishment

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Industry vs. Inferiority (School Age) (6-12 y.o)

95
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learn who they are and what kind of person they will be

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Identity vs. Role Confusion (Adolescent) (12y - above)

96
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adjusts to a new body image, seeking emancipation from parents) choosing a vocation, and determining a value system.

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Identity vs. Role Confusion (Adolescent) (12y - above)

97
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Peers are very important: Working on establishing own identity

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Identity vs. Role Confusion (Adolescent) (12y - above)

98
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is the ability to relate well with other people, not only with members of the opposite sex but also with one’s own sex to form long-lasting friendships

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Intimacy

99
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Intimacy is the ability to relate well with other people, not only with members of the opposite sex but also with one’s own sex to form long-lasting friendships.

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Intimacy vs. Isolation (18-40 y.o)

100
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People extend their concern from just themselves and their families to the community and the world

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Generativity vs. Stagnation (40-65 y.o)

101
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They may become politically active, work to solve environmental problems, or participate in far-reaching community or world-based decisions

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Generativity vs. Stagnation (40-65 y.o)

102
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People with a sense of ________________ are self-confident and better able to juggle their various lives

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generativity

103
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  • defined four stages of cognitive development;
  • within each stage are finer units or schemas.
  • how a child learns and develops that quality called intelligence
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Cognitive Development Theory

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Four Stages of Cognitive Development Theory

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Sensorimotor Phase (0-2 y.o.)
Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)
Concerete Operations (7-11 y.o)
Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

105
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refer to activities related to a child’s own body

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primary

106
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refers to activities that are separate from a child’s body

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secondary

107
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to show that repetition of behavior occurs

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circulatory reaction

108
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Stimuli are assimilated into beginning mental images. Behavior entirely reflexive.

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Neonatal Reflex (1 month)

109
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Hand-mouth and ear-eye coordination develop

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Primary Circular Reaction (1-4 mos)

110
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Infant spends much time looking at objects and separating self from them

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Primary Circular Reaction (1-4 mos)

111
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Beginning intention of behavior is present (the infant brings thumb to mouth for a purpose: to suck it)

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Primary Circular Reaction (1-4 mos)

112
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Enjoyable activity for this period is a tape of parent’s voice

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Primary Circular Reaction (1-4 mos)

113
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infants learn that objects in the environment are permanent and continue to exist even though they are out of sight or changed in some way

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Secondary Circular Reaction (4-8 mos)

114
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Infant learns to initiate, recognize, and repeat pleasurable experiences from reaction environment.

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Secondary Circular Reaction (4-8 mos)

115
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Infant can plan activities to attain specific goals

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Coordination of Secondary Reaction (8-12mos)

116
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Perceives that others can cause activity and that activities of own body are separate from activity of objects

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Coordination of Secondary Reaction (8-12mos)

117
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Can search for and retrieve toy that disappears from view.

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Coordination of Secondary Reaction (8-12mos)

118
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Child is able to experiment to discover new properties of objects and events

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Tertiary Circular Reaction (12-18mos)

119
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Capable of space perception and time perception as well as permanence

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Tertiary Circular Reaction (12-18mos)

120
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Objects outside self are understood as causes of actions

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Tertiary Circular Reaction (12-18mos)

121
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Good game for this period; throw and retrieve

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Tertiary Circular Reaction (12-18mos)

122
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child in this phase of development is egocentric

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Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)

123
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child has no concept of quantity; if it looks like more, it is more

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Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)

124
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sense of time is not yet developed

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Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)

125
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children are able to use symbols to represent objects

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Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)

126
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Toddlers draw conclusions only from obvious facts they see

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Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o)

127
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Good toy for this period Preoperational Phase (2-7 y.o):

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items that require imagination, such as modeling clay.

128
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children develop the ability to begin problem solving in a concrete, systematic way

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Concerete Operations (7-11 y.o)

129
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begin to understand that volumeror weight may remain the same even though the appearance changes

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Concerete Operations (7-11 y.o)

130
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can consider another’s point of view and can deal simultaneously with more than one aspect of a situation

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Concerete Operations (7-11 y.o)

131
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aware of reversibility, an opposite operation or continuation of reasoning back to a starting point

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Concerete Operations (7-11 y.o)

132
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adolescent is capable of dealing with abstract concepts described only in words or symbols

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Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

133
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begins to understand jokes based on double meanings and enjoys reading and discussing theories and philosophies

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Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

134
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Adolescents can observe and then draw logical conclusions from their observations

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Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

135
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Can solve hypothetical problems with scientific reasoning

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Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

136
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understands causality and can deal with the past, present, and future

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Formal Operations (12-15 yo.)

137
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Good activity for this period (Formal Operations (12-15 yo.):

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“talk time” to sort through attitudes and opinions.

138
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Behaviorist and Social Learning Theory
Proponents:

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John Watson, Ivan Pavlov, B.F. Skinner

139
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Refers to the totality of being a person which includes all aspects of the human being that relate specifically to being a boy or a girl, a man or a woman

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Sexuality