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A child demonstrates aggressive behavior after watching a character on television act aggressively. Which concept best explains this behavior?
A child demonstrates aggressive behavior after watching a character on television act aggressively. Which concept best explains this behavior?
- Attachment theory
- Bandura's social learning theory (correct)
- Genetic predisposition for aggression
- Neurotypical development
A researcher is studying the effect of a new medication on anxiety levels. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo. What is the independent variable in this study?
A researcher is studying the effect of a new medication on anxiety levels. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo. What is the independent variable in this study?
- The placebo
- Random assignment
- Anxiety levels
- The new medication (correct)
A teenager consistently avoids social interactions, leading to feelings of isolation and depression. From a biopsychosocial perspective, which factor is most likely influencing their wellbeing?
A teenager consistently avoids social interactions, leading to feelings of isolation and depression. From a biopsychosocial perspective, which factor is most likely influencing their wellbeing?
- Exclusively social factors
- An interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors (correct)
- Primarily psychological factors
- Solely biological factors
In a study examining the effect of sleep deprivation on cognitive performance, all participants complete a cognitive test after 24 hours of sleep deprivation and again after a full night's sleep. What type of experimental design is being used?
In a study examining the effect of sleep deprivation on cognitive performance, all participants complete a cognitive test after 24 hours of sleep deprivation and again after a full night's sleep. What type of experimental design is being used?
Which of the following is a key ethical consideration when conducting research with human participants?
Which of the following is a key ethical consideration when conducting research with human participants?
A child who is easily overwhelmed by sensory input, struggles with social interactions, and engages in repetitive behaviors may be displaying characteristics associated with which neurodevelopmental condition?
A child who is easily overwhelmed by sensory input, struggles with social interactions, and engages in repetitive behaviors may be displaying characteristics associated with which neurodevelopmental condition?
A researcher wants to investigate the impact of different teaching methods on student test scores while also controlling for the students' prior academic performance. What type of experimental design would be most appropriate?
A researcher wants to investigate the impact of different teaching methods on student test scores while also controlling for the students' prior academic performance. What type of experimental design would be most appropriate?
Which of the following best exemplifies a maladaptive behavior?
Which of the following best exemplifies a maladaptive behavior?
A researcher hypothesizes that increased screen time is associated with decreased sleep quality in adolescents. Which of the following is the most appropriate way to formally state this hypothesis?
A researcher hypothesizes that increased screen time is associated with decreased sleep quality in adolescents. Which of the following is the most appropriate way to formally state this hypothesis?
How does the concept of neurodiversity challenge traditional views of psychological 'normality'?
How does the concept of neurodiversity challenge traditional views of psychological 'normality'?
Flashcards
Developmental Influences
Developmental Influences
Genetic predispositions and external conditions shaping an individual's growth and behavior.
Adaptive vs. Maladaptive Behaviors
Adaptive vs. Maladaptive Behaviors
Behaviors aiding or hindering an individual's ability to adjust to particular conditions.
Biopsychosocial Model
Biopsychosocial Model
A holistic perspective considering biological, psychological, and social factors impacting health and wellness.
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity
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Neurotypicality
Neurotypicality
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Emotional development
Emotional development
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Attachment
Attachment
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Bandura’s social learning theory
Bandura’s social learning theory
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Hypothesis
Hypothesis
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Study Notes
- Development is shaped by both inherited traits and environmental influences.
- Behaviors can be categorized as adaptive, aiding an individual's survival and well-being, or maladaptive, hindering it.
- The biopsychosocial model integrates biological, psychological, and social factors to understand overall well-being.
- Neurodiversity acknowledges the natural variation in human brain function and behavioral traits.
Neurodiversity
- Neurodiversity recognizes that neurological differences are normal and not deficits.
- Neurotypicality refers to what is considered typical neurological development and functioning in a given society.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting communication, social interaction, and behavior.
Emotional Development
- Emotional development involves learning to understand, express, and manage emotions from infancy through adulthood.
- Attachment is the emotional bond between individuals, especially between a child and their primary caregiver.
Social Development
- Social development is the process of learning social norms, values, and skills to interact effectively with others.
Bandura’s Social Learning Theory
- Bandura’s social learning theory posits that people learn by observing others, through imitation, modeling, and reinforcement.
Hypotheses
- Hypotheses are testable predictions about the relationship between variables in a research study.
Variables
- Independent variables are manipulated by researchers to observe their effect on dependent variables.
- Dependent variables are measured to see if they are affected by the independent variable.
- Extraneous variables are factors other than the independent variable that could affect the dependent variable.
Experimental Designs
- Between-subjects designs involve different participants in each experimental condition.
- Within-subjects designs involve the same participants in each experimental condition
- Mixed designs incorporate elements of both between-subjects and within-subjects designs.
Ethical Concepts in Research
- Ethical guidelines are principles that ensure research is conducted responsibly, respecting the rights and welfare of participants.
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Explore the interplay of genetics and environment in shaping development. Learn about adaptive and maladaptive behaviors. Understand neurodiversity as natural neurological variation & Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
