Developmental Psychology Unit 1 Quiz

The 3 themes of this course are:

• We are better at certain things in different phases of life.
• A lot depends on the interdependence of domains.
• Nature vs Nurture.

Theories help us understand the world around us and make sense of it. They organize information into a narrative that makes sense to us.

A good theory is:

• Descriptive: It accurately describes the phenomenon being studied.
• Parsimonious: It is concise and efficient, explaining the phenomenon in a straightforward manner.
• Falsifiable: It is testable, meaning there is a way to potentially disprove it, which is crucial for scientific advancement.

<p>It means that a theory can be potentially disproven. There should exist the possibility for someone to find evidence that contradicts the theory, allowing for ongoing scientific investigation and revision.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Piaget's theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Is it in your genes? Is it innate? Or does it come from the environment around you?</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A cohort is a group of individuals with similar characteristics, typically age, who share a common experience or are studied at the same time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>-0.8</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It indicates a strong positive correlation between the two variables. This means there is a strong association between them, but it does not necessarily imply a causal relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nurture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The key feature is manipulating the independent variable to observe its effect on the dependent variable while controlling for other extraneous factors. This allows for a more direct investigation of cause-and-effect relationships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It defines how a particular variable was measured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Confounding variables are extraneous variables that are related to both the independent and dependent variables. They can influence the outcome of an experiment, making it difficult to determine the true causal relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Correlational research can be valuable because it helps researchers identify relationships between variables, even without establishing causation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A positive correlation means that variables move in the same direction, as one variable increases so does the other, when one variable decreases so does the other. A negative correlation means that the variables move in opposite directions, as one variable increases the other decreases,</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The question of what causes development, Nature vs Nurture, explores the relative contributions of genetics (nature) and environmental influences (nurture). This is a fundamental and ongoing debate in developmental science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are raised in the same environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No, it means that gene expression can be influenced by the environment, leading to epigenetic changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The epigenome is the collection of chemical compounds that regulate the activity of genes without changing the DNA sequence. Essentially, it tells cells which genes to turn on or off, when, and in what amount.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The epigenome highlights the interplay of nature and nurture because it demonstrates how environmental factors can influence gene expression, potentially altering development and health. This adds complexity to the nature vs nurture debate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The effects of poverty are often complex and difficult to isolate from other factors that may be influencing them. It's difficult to control for all the variables that could be contributing to the observed outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Longitudinal studies have been used to examine the long-term effects of poverty on development. These studies track individuals over extended periods, allowing researchers to observe the progression of effects and the potential role of poverty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Developmental milestones are age-related markers that indicate typical skills and abilities expected at certain ages, and they are helpful for assessing development, identifying potential delays, and ensuring access to appropriate interventions when needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Don't tell the whole story - there is a wide range of what is considered &quot;normal&quot;. No info how to “get there” - There’s no instruction guide on how to reach these milestones, they just sorta....happened</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>DST views development as a self-organizing process where individuals adapt to environmental challenges by using available skills and resources. It emphasizes the interplay of various systems, such as the body, environment, and experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Brain Lateralization, cultural bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rolling around on an exercise ball, throwing games</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gross motor skills provide the foundation for fine motor skills. As children develop control over larger movements, they gain the ability to refine and coordinate smaller, more precise movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers