Unit Intro

Question 1

What is the definition of development?

Answer 1

The changes that occur in human beings and animals from conception to death.

Question 2

Define physical development with an example.

Answer 2

Physical development relates to the physical changes of the body. Examples of this include increasing height and weight as a child grows, puberty effects (Developing breasts for girls, facial hair for boys etc.).

Question 3

Define emotional development with an example.

Answer 3

Emotional development is used to refer to changes in understanding, expression and regulation of feelings. Examples include the development of a sense of self, and more complex emotions becoming present in a person (Guilt, shame, surprise, elation…)

Question 4

Define social development with an example.

Answer 4

Social development relates to the changes in how someone relates to others. (Learn about eye contact, body language, later developing sympathy, empathy… etc)

Question 5

Define cognitive development with an example.

Answer 5

Cognitive development regards changes in thinking and thought processes. Examples of this include the development of object permanence, reservation and reduction of items and the development of abstract thought processes.

Question 6

What is the difference between growth and maturation?

Answer 6

Growth is only used when referring to the size or quantity of something. Maturation refers to natural changes that may occur spontaneously but is genetically programmed.

Question 7

What are the three principles of development?

Answer 7

People develop at different rates, development is relatively orderly and it takes place gradually