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What is the nature vs. nurture debate about?

The extent to which aspects of behavior are influenced by inherited or acquired characteristics (correct)

The dominance of nature over nurture in shaping behavior

The dominance of nurture over nature in shaping behavior

The belief that behavior is solely determined by genetics

Why are WEIRD societies significant in developmental studies?

They represent a disproportionate percentage of developmental study participants despite being a small percentage of the world's population (correct)

They provide the best representation of global developmental trends

They are the only societies that exhibit consistent developmental patterns

They have the most accurate data on human development

What is the primary challenge in studying development according to the text?

Balancing the influence of nature and nurture in developmental research

Understanding the impact of individual differences on development

Capturing general trends while acknowledging high variability in people and contexts (correct)

Identifying general processes of change in human development

Why is the concept of nature vs. nurture considered outdated?

<p>Due to the emergence of epigenetics, which emphasizes the interaction between genes and the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of studying development, as mentioned in the text?

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Nature vs. Nurture Debate

The debate revolves around whether human development is primarily influenced by genetic factors (nature) or environmental experiences (nurture)

Significance of WEIRD Societies

WEIRD societies (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, and Democratic) are overly represented in developmental studies, which can lead to biased and culturally limited conclusions
Studying diverse populations can provide a more comprehensive understanding of human development

Challenges in Studying Development

The primary challenge lies in teasing apart the influences of nature and nurture, as they are intertwined and constantly interacting

Limitations of the Nature vs. Nurture Framework

The concept is considered outdated because it oversimplifies the complex interplay between genetic and environmental factors
It implies a false dichotomy, when in reality, human development is the result of a dynamic interplay between the two

Goal of Studying Development

The ultimate goal is to understand how individuals change and develop across the lifespan, in order to improve human lives and promote optimal development

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Test your critical reading skills with this quiz on Cornell Notes for an Introduction to Health & Developmental Psychology. Explore key concepts such as Nature vs. Nurture and Epigenetics, and practice organizing information into questions, main ideas, vocabulary, notes, answers, definitions, examples, and sentences.