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Developmental Psychology 2 Flashcards

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Developmental Psychology

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Study of how individuals grow, change, and remain the same throughout their lives.

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Nature-Nurture Debate

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The ongoing discussion about the relative importance of genetic factors (nature) and environmental factors (nurture) in shaping behavior.

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Critical Period

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Specific time during development when a particular event has its greatest impact and must occur for normal development.

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Zygote

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The fertilized egg formed by the union of sperm and egg during conception.

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Embryo

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The developing organism from two weeks to two months after fertilization.

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Fetus

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The developing organism from nine weeks after conception to birth.

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Teratogens

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Substances that can harm the developing fetus, such as drugs, alcohol, and certain infections.

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Attachment

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Emotional bond that forms between an infant and a primary caregiver, influencing the child’s emotional and social development.

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Cognitive Development

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The development of thinking, problem-solving, and memory abilities.

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Sensorimotor Stage

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Piaget’s first stage of cognitive development (birth to 2 years) characterized by sensory experiences and motor actions.

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Object Permanence

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The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be seen or heard.

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Preoperational Stage

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Piaget’s second stage of cognitive development (2 to 7 years) marked by the use of symbols and language.

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Conservation

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The understanding that certain properties of an object remain the same despite changes in its appearance.

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Concrete Operational Stage

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Piaget’s third stage of cognitive development (7 to 11 years) characterized by logical thought and conservation.

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Formal Operational Stage

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Piaget’s fourth stage of cognitive development (11 years and older) marked by abstract and hypothetical thinking.

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Zone of Proximal Development

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Vygotsky’s concept of the range between the child’s present level of knowledge and the level of potential development with the help of a more knowledgeable person.

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Theory of Mind

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The ability to understand that others have thoughts, beliefs, and desires different from one’s own.

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Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

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Erikson’s second psychosocial stage (1 to 3 years) focused on developing a sense of personal control over physical skills.

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Initiative vs. Guilt

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Erikson’s third psychosocial stage (3 to 6 years) involving the development of a sense of purpose and the ability to initiate and direct activities.

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Industry vs. Inferiority

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Erikson’s fourth psychosocial stage (6 to 12 years) focusing on developing a sense of competence and mastery.

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Identity vs. Role Confusion

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Erikson’s fifth psychosocial stage (adolescence) centered on the development of a clear and integrated sense of self.

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Intimacy vs. Isolation

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Erikson’s sixth psychosocial stage (young adulthood) focused on forming close and meaningful relationships.

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Generativity vs. Stagnation

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Erikson’s seventh psychosocial stage (middle adulthood) involving a focus on contributing to society and future generations.

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Integrity vs. Despair

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Erikson’s eighth psychosocial stage (late adulthood) centered on reflecting on one’s life and achieving a sense of fulfillment.

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Kohlberg’s Moral Development

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Theory proposing that individuals progress through stages of moral reasoning, from obedience to authority to abstract ethical principles.

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Identity Achievement

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The state of having a clear and well-defined sense of self and one’s values and beliefs.

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Identity Foreclosure

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The state of prematurely committing to an identity without adequate consideration of alternatives.

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Identity Moratorium

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The state of actively exploring and questioning various life choices and identities.

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Identity Diffusion

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The state of lacking a clear and defined sense of self and having little interest in exploring identity options.

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Ego Integrity

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Erikson’s concept of feeling complete and satisfied with one’s achievements and experiences in late adulthood.

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Cohort Effect

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The impact of shared cultural, historical, and social influences on individuals of the same age group.

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Menarche

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The onset of menstruation in females, marking the beginning of puberty.

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Spermarche

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The first ejaculation in males, marking the beginning of puberty.

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Midlife Crisis

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A period of anxiety and reevaluation of one’s life that may occur in middle adulthood.

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Social Clock

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Culturally determined norms or expectations for the timing of life events, such as marriage, parenthood, and retirement.

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Alzheimer’s Disease

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A progressive and irreversible brain disorder characterized by cognitive decline and memory loss.

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Kubler-Ross Stages of Grief

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The five stages (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) experienced by individuals facing terminal illness or death.

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Senescence

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The gradual physical decline associated with aging.

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Cross-Sectional Study

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A research design that compares different age groups at the same point in time.

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Longitudinal Study

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A research design that follows the same individuals or cohort over a period of time, often for many years.

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Cognitive Reserve

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The brain’s ability to operate effectively even when some areas are damaged.

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Social Support

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The aid and assistance exchanged through social relationships and interpersonal connections.

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Life Review

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The process of reflecting on and making sense of one’s life, often occurring in late adulthood.

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Empty Nest Syndrome

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A sense of loss and loneliness experienced by parents when their children leave home.

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Sequential Designs

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Research designs that combine elements of cross-sectional and longitudinal designs. They involve studying different age groups over time, allowing for both age-related and cohort-related comparisons.”

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Constructivism

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A learning theory that emphasizes the active role of learners in building their understanding and knowledge through experiences, reflection, and the integration of new information with existing mental structures.

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Temperament

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Innate, biologically based behavioral and emotional patterns that are relatively stable across different situations and over time.

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Attachment Theory

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A psychological theory that emphasizes the importance of early relationships, particularly the bond between infants and caregivers, in shaping emotional and social development throughout the lifespan.

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Mary Ainsworth

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A developmental psychologist known for her groundbreaking work on attachment theory. She developed the “Strange Situation” procedure to assess the quality of attachment between infants and their caregivers.

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Attachment Styles

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Patterns of emotional and behavioral responses that infants develop in relation to their primary caregivers. The main attachment styles identified by Mary Ainsworth include secure, insecure-avoidant, and insecure-ambivalent/resistant.

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Circle of Security

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An intervention and assessment tool based on attachment theory, designed to enhance the caregiver-infant relationship. It focuses on providing a secure base for exploration and a safe haven for emotional support.

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Parenting styles

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Patterns of parental behaviors and attitudes that set the emotional climate in which the parent-child relationship unfolds.

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Authoritative

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A parenting style characterized by high warmth, responsiveness, and reasonable demands. Parents in this style encourage independence and self-control in their children.

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Authoritarian

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A parenting style characterized by high demands, low warmth, and strict discipline. Parents in this style value obedience and control over individuality.

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Permissive

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A parenting style characterized by high warmth and low demands. Parents in this style are indulgent and lenient, allowing considerable freedom and few rules.

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Uninvolved/Neglectful

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A parenting style characterized by low warmth, low demands, and little involvement in a child’s life. Parents in this style are often emotionally detached.

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