Three Man Debates

Question 1

Nature vs. Nurture

Answer 1

• Nature : Physical traits , Personality Traits, and Preferences are genetically inherited.
• Nurture : Environment of upbringing heavily determines who we are.

Question 2

Continuity vs. Stage theory

Answer 2

• Continuity: Defines development as a continuous journey ( crawl , walk , etc. )
• Stage : Development takes place through different stages

Question 3

Stability vs. Change

Answer 3

• Stability : Argues that personality traits during infancy will remain the same throughout a person’s life.

Change : Argues that personality is modified by events and the environments in your life.