15 Questions
What is the primary difference between critical periods and sensitive periods?
Critical periods are shorter and more essential for normal development, while sensitive periods are longer and less essential.
During which period of embryonic development do sex organs start to develop?
6-7 weeks after pregnancy
What is the consequence of missing a critical period?
Development is affected to a greater extent.
What is the primary distinction between physical and psychological development?
Physical development occurs physically, while psychological development occurs psychologically.
What is the purpose of sensitive periods?
To allow for optimal development of specific skills or behaviors.
What is a significant factor in the security of a baby's attachment?
The caregiver's sensitive responsiveness
What is a limitation of the strange situation paradigm?
It is not an appropriate test of attachment across cultures
How does a child's self-concept change during development?
It becomes more complex and domain-specific
What is the primary focus of adolescence?
Establishing an identity as an individual apart from the family
What is the age range of adolescence?
From age 12 to the late teens
What is suggested by the existence of self-justification in non-human animals?
That self-justification does not rely on complex conscious thought
What role do reference groups play in our lives?
They regulate our attitudes and behavior through rewards and punishments
What happens when an individual identifies with multiple reference groups?
They may experience conflicting pressures on their beliefs and attitudes
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
What is the purpose of a reference group in evaluating our opinions and actions?
To provide a frame of reference and interpretation of events
Test your knowledge of human development, including the critical periods of physical and psychological growth, such as language learning and interpersonal attachments. Learn about the sensitive periods during pregnancy and beyond. Evaluate your understanding of the essential experiences that shape human development.
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