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Human Development: Critical Periods

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What is the primary difference between critical periods and sensitive periods?

Sensitive periods are specific, narrow windows for development, while critical periods are broader time frames.

Critical periods occur during embryonic development, while sensitive periods occur after birth.

Critical periods are essential for language learning, while sensitive periods are essential for forming interpersonal attachments.

Critical periods are shorter and more essential for normal development, while sensitive periods are longer and less essential. (correct)

During which period of embryonic development do sex organs start to develop?

6-7 weeks after pregnancy (correct)

6-7 hours after pregnancy

6-7 days after pregnancy

6-7 months after pregnancy

What is the consequence of missing a critical period?

There is no impact on development.

Development is affected to a lesser extent.

Development is affected to a greater extent. (correct)

Development is unaffected, but behavior is impacted.

What is the primary distinction between physical and psychological development?

Physical development occurs physically, while psychological development occurs psychologically. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sensitive periods?

To allow for optimal development of specific skills or behaviors. Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor in the security of a baby's attachment?

The caregiver's sensitive responsiveness Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the strange situation paradigm?

It is not an appropriate test of attachment across cultures Signup and view all the answers

How does a child's self-concept change during development?

It becomes more complex and domain-specific Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of adolescence?

Establishing an identity as an individual apart from the family Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range of adolescence?

From age 12 to the late teens Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested by the existence of self-justification in non-human animals?

That self-justification does not rely on complex conscious thought Signup and view all the answers

What role do reference groups play in our lives?

They regulate our attitudes and behavior through rewards and punishments Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an individual identifies with multiple reference groups?

They may experience conflicting pressures on their beliefs and attitudes Signup and view all the answers

What is a common phenomenon observed in university students?

They move away from the views of their family reference group toward the academic reference group Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a reference group in evaluating our opinions and actions?

To provide a frame of reference and interpretation of events Signup and view all the answers