Psychological Development

Question 1

Phycological Development

Answer 1

An induvial’s changes in function across multiple domains, including an individuals social, emotional and cognitive abilities, from infancy through to old age.

Question 2

Heredity (nature )

Answer 2

Factors that influence development and are genetically passed down from biological parents to their offspring. They are believed to be pre- determined some of our characteristics and personal attributes at conception.
- eye color
- Bone structure
- blood type

Question 3

Environmental Factors
( Nature )

Answer 3

• External influences within a person’s environment that can affect their development.
• The way that a child is raised, the experiences they have, their relationships, the education they receive and the recourses they have access can play a huge role in their development.
  -e.g - income, physical environment, attachment + family relationships - sensory inquiry 0 recourses they have access to

Question 4

Twin studies

Answer 4

Study of identical and non identical ( fraternal ) twins

Question 5

Adoption Studies

Answer 5

Examining the similarities and differences between adopted children and their adopted or biological parents.

Question 6

Biological Factors

Answer 6

Internal factors that are physiological based or determined influences often not under our control, such as the genes were inherit. These factors can be innate, such as genetic dispositions based down from one’s parents.

e.g - genetic predistortions
- medication/ substances
- nuitrion
- sleep

Question 7

Psychological Factors

Answer 7

Internal factors pirating to an individually mental processes including their cognition, thoughts, beliefs and attitudes.
- attitudes/ beliefs
- emotions
- personalities
- coping skills
- self esteem

Question 8

Social Factors

Answer 8

External factors relating to an induvial interactions with others and external environment, including their relationship and community involvement.
- interpersonal relationship
- attachment style
- cultural norms
- parental expectations

Question 9

Biopsychological approach

Answer 9

A holistic frame work, interdisciplinary framework understanding the human experience in terms of the influence of biological , phycological and social factors.

Question 10

Risk Factors

Answer 10

Increase our likelihood of developing maladaptive behaviors and atypical behaviors patterns or mental disorder across the lifespan. can be used to manage an Indvidual’s mental wellbeing.

Question 11

Mental wellbeing

Answer 11

a state of emotional and social wellbeing in which individuals relies their own abilities, can cope w/ the normal stresses of life, can work productively and can contribute to their community

Question 12

Mentally Healthy

Answer 12

The state of not having difficulty with everyday activities and displaying resilience’s

Question 13

Mental Health problems

Answer 13

A relatively short term disruption that impact a persons everyday functioning

Question 14

Mental Disorder

Answer 14

A condition that effects mood, thinking and behavior and is typically long lasting

Question 15

High levels of functioning

Answer 15

How well an individual independently performs or operates in their environment e.g slef care practices

Question 16

Resilience’s to life stressors

Answer 16

The ability to cope with and adapt well to life stresses and restore positive function e.g dealing with work challenges or failing an exam

Question 17

Social and emotional wellbeing

Answer 17

Ability to have satisfying relationships and interactions with others and control emotions and express them appropriately and comfortably e.g having positives relationships with family and friends

Question 18

Maladaptive Behaviors

Answer 18

Behaviors that is unhelpful, dysfunctions , and non - productive, that interferes with a personability to adjust to their environment. appropriately and effectively.

Question 19

Adaptive Behaviors

Answer 19

Describes behaviors that enable us to adjust to our environment appropriately and cope most effectively.

Question 20

Emotional Development

Answer 20

Refers to reactions to changes in how a person experiences, interprets and expresses the full range of emotions, and their ability to cope with them appropriately.

Question 21

Cognitive Development

Answer 21

Refers to the mental process and development of cognitive abilities.

Question 22

Social Development

Answer 22

The progressive changes in an individual’s ability to interact with others, form relationships, and understand social norms and behaviors throughout their lifespan.

Question 23

Attachment

Answer 23

A close, social and emotional bond between an infant and their caregivers, A forming long- lasting emotional bond shared between two individuals.

Question 24

Secure Attachment

Answer 24

Child feels safe and happy to explore the world and engage in play whilst miniating close. proximity to the mother.
Child may show distress.

Question 25

Insecure - avoidant attachment

Answer 25

Mother and stranger are able to comfort infant equally well. Subconsciously believes their need won't be met. - Tend to avoid caregiver - Emotionally distant

Question 26

Insecure - resistant attachment

Answer 26

Child is comfortable and anxious in unfamiliar setting. Does not use mother as a safe - base close not explore. Cannot rely yon needs being met.

Question 27

Privation

Answer 27

The failure to form an attachment with a caregiver during early development. This can occur if a child is severely neglected or institutionalized without consistent caregiving.

Question 28

Deprivation

Answer 28

The loss or disruption of an existing attachment bond, usually due to separation from a caregiver. This can happen because of events like divorce, death, or prolonged absence of a caregiver.