Human Development: Domains and Influences

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Which of the following is NOT one of the three aspects of human development?

  • Cognitive Development
  • Emotional Development (correct)
  • Physical Development
  • Psychosocial Development

Cognitive development includes physical health and motor skills.

False (B)

Name the three aspects or domains of human development.

Physical Development, Cognitive Development, Psychosocial Development

The ______ traits passed on from biological parents play a significant role in influencing human development.

<p>hereditary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following influencing factors with their descriptions:

<p>Heredity = Inborn traits from parents Environment = Surroundings that affect growth Maturation = Biological growth processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes psychosocial development?

<p>Emotional and social interactions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Maturation is solely dependent on environmental factors.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify one physical characteristic that heredity may influence.

<p>Hair color</p> Signup and view all the answers

Influencing factors of human development include heredity, environment, and ______.

<p>maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of human development includes reasoning and language acquisition?

<p>Cognitive Development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Aspects or Domains of Human Development

  • Three primary domains: Physical, Cognitive, and Psychosocial development.

Physical Development

  • Involves growth of the body and brain, including motor and sensory skills.
  • Encompasses overall physical health and maturation processes.

Cognitive Development

  • Relates to the ability to learn, understand, speak, reason, and create.
  • Important for problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Psychosocial Development

  • Pertains to social interactions, emotions, attitudes, self-identity, personality, beliefs, and values.
  • Influences interpersonal relationships and community engagement.

Influencing Factors of Human Development

  • Significant factors include heredity, environment, and maturation.

Heredity

  • Involves traits inherited from biological parents, shaping physical, mental, and emotional characteristics.
  • Impacts features such as hair and eye color, height, and gender.

Examples of Heredity Influence

  • Physical Traits: Includes hair color, eye color, gender, and height.
  • Mental Traits: Manifests in IQ scores and language acquisition abilities.
  • Emotional Traits: Affects personality traits like extroversion, shyness, and anxiety levels.

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