Human Development: Nature vs. Nurture

Human Development

• Study of systematic processes of change and stability in people

Life-Span Development

• Concept of human development as a lifelong process
• Can be studied scientifically

Life-Span Perspective

• Views development as lifelong
• Development is multidimensional (influenced by multiple factors)
• Development is multidirectional (can change in different ways)
• Development is plastic (can be shaped and modified)
• Development is multidisciplinary (involves multiple fields of study)
• Development is contextual (influenced by environment and culture)
• Development involves growth, maintenance, and regulation of loss

Domains of Development

• Physical Development: Refers to the growth of the body and brain, encompassing sensory capacities, motor skills, and health.
• Cognitive Development: Involves learning, attention, memory, language, thinking, reasoning, and creativity, which are all essential cognitive functions.
• Psychosocial Development: Encompasses emotions, personality, and social relationships, which are crucial for an individual's emotional and social well-being.