Development Flashcards
What is the definition of development in psychology?
Development in psychology refers to the systematic changes and continuities in the individual that occur between conception and death.
True or False: Development is only concerned with childhood.
False
What are the four main areas of development?
Physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
Fill in the blank: The theory that emphasizes the role of biological maturation in development is known as __________.
Maturation theory.
Who proposed the psychosocial development theory?
Erik Erikson.
What stage of Erikson’s theory occurs during adolescence?
Identity vs. role confusion.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a stage in Piaget’s cognitive development theory? A) Sensorimotor B) Preoperational C) Postoperational D) Concrete operational
C) Postoperational
What is attachment according to Bowlby?
A deep emotional bond that develops between an infant and their primary caregiver.
True or False: Secure attachment leads to better social relationships later in life.
True
What is the primary focus of Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory?
The influence of social interactions and culture on cognitive development.
Fill in the blank: The ability to think logically about concrete events is characteristic of the __________ stage in Piaget’s theory.
Concrete operational.
What is the term for the period of rapid physical growth during puberty?
Adolescence.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can influence a child’s development? A) Genetics B) Environment C) Parenting style D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the primary focus of developmental psychology?
To study how people change and grow throughout their lives.
True or False: Developmental milestones are the same for all children.
False
What is a critical period in development?
A specific time during development when an organism is particularly sensitive to certain environmental stimuli.
Who is known for the theory of cognitive development?
Jean Piaget.
Fill in the blank: The process by which children learn from their environment and develop skills is called __________.
Socialization.
What is the role of play in child development?
Play is essential for cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Multiple Choice: Which attachment style is characterized by anxiety and avoidance? A) Secure B) Insecure-avoidant C) Insecure-resistant D) Disorganized
B) Insecure-avoidant
What does the term ‘nature vs. nurture’ refer to?
The debate on whether genetics (nature) or environment (nurture) plays a more significant role in human development.
True or False: Adolescents are more likely to engage in risky behavior due to brain development.
True
What is the significance of the zone of proximal development (ZPD)?
It is the difference between what a learner can do without help and what they can achieve with guidance.
Fill in the blank: The ability to understand and manage one’s own emotions is known as __________.
Emotional intelligence.
What is the primary concern during the early childhood stage according to Erikson’s theory?
Initiative vs. guilt.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of formal operational thought? A) Abstract thinking B) Concrete reasoning C) Limited perspective D) Egocentrism
A) Abstract thinking
