5 Questions
Which of the following best describes the relationship between growth and development?
They are parallel processes occurring from conception to maturity
What is a key characteristic of development according to the lecture objectives?
It is multidirectional, showing gains in some areas and losses in others
Which term refers to continuous dynamic processes occurring from conception to maturity?
Development
What is a principle of development according to the lecture objectives?
It is multidimensional, changing across three general domains
What is a key characteristic of development across the lifespan?
Change is apparent across the lifespan
Study Notes
Growth and Development
- Growth refers to an increase in size, while development refers to the process of change and improvement over time.
Characteristics of Development
- Development is a continuous, dynamic process occurring from conception to maturity.
Principles of Development
- A principle of development is that it is a lifelong process, occurring across the entire lifespan.
Lifespan Development
- Development across the lifespan is characterized by continuous change and growth.
Test your knowledge on growth and development with this quiz. Differentiate between growth and development, identify principles of development, and describe general guidelines of child growth rates. Sharpen your understanding of the meaning of development and its measurement.
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