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Which of the following statements is true about John Tatum?
Which of the following statements is true about John Tatum?
- Was the first African-American psychologist
- Won three gold medals at the 2009 National Senior Games (correct)
- Was the first black soldier to serve in an all-white unit in World War II
- Generated the first comprehensive theory of lifespan development
Development is best defined as:
Development is best defined as:
- Individual differences in human behavior
- Systematic changes and continuities from conception to death (correct)
- Way in which people change in positive ways across time
- Systematic unfolding of genetic potential
Over time, humans tend to:
Over time, humans tend to:
- Undergo orderly patterns of change
- Become more intelligent
- Remain the same (correct)
- Become less active
The three broad domains explored by developmental psychologists are:
The three broad domains explored by developmental psychologists are:
Albert, a developmental psychologist, is concerned with children's emotional reactions to studying math. This concern relates to children's _____ development.
Albert, a developmental psychologist, is concerned with children's emotional reactions to studying math. This concern relates to children's _____ development.
Which characteristic belongs most in the cognitive domain of development?
Which characteristic belongs most in the cognitive domain of development?
Which characteristic does NOT belong on a list of key aspects of physical development?
Which characteristic does NOT belong on a list of key aspects of physical development?
Traditionally, growth has been defined as:
Traditionally, growth has been defined as:
_____ aging involves the deterioration of an organism that eventually results in death.
_____ aging involves the deterioration of an organism that eventually results in death.
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Study Notes
Development
- Defined as systematic changes and continuities from conception to death.
- Represents the process of growth, decline, and consistent patterns throughout a person's life.
Domains of Development
- Physical: Changes in body size, appearance, motor abilities, and organ functioning. Includes growth and deterioration.
- Cognitive: Changes in intellectual abilities including reasoning, memory, language, problem-solving, and learning.
- ** Psychosocial:** Changes in personality, emotions, and relationships with others. Includes interpersonal skills, self-concept, and social behavior.
Growth and Aging
- Growth is typically defined as physical changes from conception to maturity.
- Biological aging refers to the deterioration of an organism leading to death.
Key Figures
- John Tatum, noted for winning three gold medals at the 2009 National Senior Games.
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