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According to Piaget, during which stage are children unable to consider moral issues?
According to Piaget, during which stage are children unable to consider moral issues?
Kohlberg's theory suggests that moral development is solely based on the actions individuals take, rather than the reasoning behind those actions.
Kohlberg's theory suggests that moral development is solely based on the actions individuals take, rather than the reasoning behind those actions.
False (B)
What is the main criticism of cognitive theories of moral development regarding the relationship between thought and action?
What is the main criticism of cognitive theories of moral development regarding the relationship between thought and action?
That moral thought doesn't always translate to moral action
Actions that hurt other people either physically or emotionally are known as ______ behaviors.
Actions that hurt other people either physically or emotionally are known as ______ behaviors.
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Which of the following is NOT considered a prosocial behavior?
Which of the following is NOT considered a prosocial behavior?
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Match the following stages of Kohlberg's moral development with their primary focus:
Match the following stages of Kohlberg's moral development with their primary focus:
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Which research design involves testing the same group of individuals at two different ages?
Which research design involves testing the same group of individuals at two different ages?
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According to the concept of 'core knowledge,' moral understanding is entirely learned through life experiences.
According to the concept of 'core knowledge,' moral understanding is entirely learned through life experiences.
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What does the ‘theory of mind’ suggest about our descriptions of others’ behaviors?
What does the ‘theory of mind’ suggest about our descriptions of others’ behaviors?
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A higher concordance rate between a child and their adoptive parents suggests a stronger influence of genes on a particular trait.
A higher concordance rate between a child and their adoptive parents suggests a stronger influence of genes on a particular trait.
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What does statistical significance in research results imply?
What does statistical significance in research results imply?
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In research involving children, it is essential to obtain the informed consent of both the parent and the _______.
In research involving children, it is essential to obtain the informed consent of both the parent and the _______.
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Match the research design with its description
Match the research design with its description
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According to social cognitive theory, what play a crucial role in the development of moral behavior?
According to social cognitive theory, what play a crucial role in the development of moral behavior?
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Studies involving twins can help establish the level of heritability of a trait.
Studies involving twins can help establish the level of heritability of a trait.
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What ethical considerations are crucial in research with children and adolescents?
What ethical considerations are crucial in research with children and adolescents?
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What is the term for the ability to understand that people act based on their mental states?
What is the term for the ability to understand that people act based on their mental states?
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Babies are generally not surprised when something unnatural occurs, as they do not have developed expectations.
Babies are generally not surprised when something unnatural occurs, as they do not have developed expectations.
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Around what age do children typically begin to understand that different people can have different beliefs?
Around what age do children typically begin to understand that different people can have different beliefs?
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The experimental task used to access a child's understanding of theory of mind where the child predicts what someone else knows is called the ______.
The experimental task used to access a child's understanding of theory of mind where the child predicts what someone else knows is called the ______.
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Match the self-concept descriptions to the cultural perspectives:
Match the self-concept descriptions to the cultural perspectives:
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At what age can most children respond based on understanding false beliefs?
At what age can most children respond based on understanding false beliefs?
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Mirror self-recognition is consistent across cultures.
Mirror self-recognition is consistent across cultures.
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What is the term for thinking about thinking?
What is the term for thinking about thinking?
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Which of the following is an example of a toddler's developing sense of self?
Which of the following is an example of a toddler's developing sense of self?
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Preschoolers typically underestimate their own abilities.
Preschoolers typically underestimate their own abilities.
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According to Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial crisis faced by preschool children?
According to Erikson, what is the primary psychosocial crisis faced by preschool children?
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The development of a continuous sense of self through memories is known as _______ memory.
The development of a continuous sense of self through memories is known as _______ memory.
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What does 'negative identity' refer to in the context of adolescent development?
What does 'negative identity' refer to in the context of adolescent development?
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Match the identity statuses with their descriptions:
Match the identity statuses with their descriptions:
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School-age children's self-concept is more 'all-or-nothing' than that of toddlers.
School-age children's self-concept is more 'all-or-nothing' than that of toddlers.
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What is a significant life event that might lead an adult to reevaluate their identity?
What is a significant life event that might lead an adult to reevaluate their identity?
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What is global self-esteem?
What is global self-esteem?
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Preschoolers engage in social comparison which impacts their self-esteem.
Preschoolers engage in social comparison which impacts their self-esteem.
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What is the 'ideal self' during adolescence?
What is the 'ideal self' during adolescence?
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According to research, ________ creates self-esteem, and not the reverse.
According to research, ________ creates self-esteem, and not the reverse.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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What factor contributes significantly to body dissatisfaction in both girls and boys?
What factor contributes significantly to body dissatisfaction in both girls and boys?
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According to the Harry Harlow study, monkeys preferred a wire mother with food to a cloth mother.
According to the Harry Harlow study, monkeys preferred a wire mother with food to a cloth mother.
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What is the 'Strange Situation' procedure used by Mary Ainsworth designed to measure?
What is the 'Strange Situation' procedure used by Mary Ainsworth designed to measure?
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Which of the following is a negative outcome associated with physical punishment, according to the provided meta-analysis?
Which of the following is a negative outcome associated with physical punishment, according to the provided meta-analysis?
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Authoritarian parents are characterized by high levels of warmth and encouragement along with high levels of control.
Authoritarian parents are characterized by high levels of warmth and encouragement along with high levels of control.
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According to family coercion theory, what is the likely trend of spanking over time if parental aggression is used?
According to family coercion theory, what is the likely trend of spanking over time if parental aggression is used?
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Parents who provide a great deal of warmth but few rules are considered ______ parents.
Parents who provide a great deal of warmth but few rules are considered ______ parents.
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Match the following parenting styles with their associated child outcomes:
Match the following parenting styles with their associated child outcomes:
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of authoritative parenting?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of authoritative parenting?
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Spanking is an effective long-term strategy for helping children understand self-control.
Spanking is an effective long-term strategy for helping children understand self-control.
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What type of discipline, characterized by explanations of the parent's rules, is associated with authoritative parenting?
What type of discipline, characterized by explanations of the parent's rules, is associated with authoritative parenting?
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Longitudinal design
Longitudinal design
A research design where the same subjects are tested across different ages, e.g., 6 and 8 years old.
Cross-sectional research
Cross-sectional research
A research design that tests different subjects of varying ages at the same time.
Sequential design
Sequential design
A combination of both longitudinal and cross-sectional designs to study development.
Concordance rate
Concordance rate
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Behavioral genetics
Behavioral genetics
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Informed consent
Informed consent
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Moral Identity
Moral Identity
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Social cognitive theory
Social cognitive theory
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Moral knowledge
Moral knowledge
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Moral judgment
Moral judgment
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Piaget's Premorality Stage
Piaget's Premorality Stage
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Heteronomous morality
Heteronomous morality
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Autonomous morality
Autonomous morality
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Kohlberg's Preconventional Stage
Kohlberg's Preconventional Stage
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Emotional development in morality
Emotional development in morality
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Theory of Mind
Theory of Mind
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Diverse Desires
Diverse Desires
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Diverse Beliefs
Diverse Beliefs
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False Beliefs
False Beliefs
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Hidden Emotions
Hidden Emotions
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Self-Concept
Self-Concept
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Individualist Cultures
Individualist Cultures
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Mirror Self-Recognition
Mirror Self-Recognition
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Self-esteem
Self-esteem
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Global self-esteem
Global self-esteem
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Domain-specific self-esteem
Domain-specific self-esteem
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Self-esteem in preschoolers
Self-esteem in preschoolers
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Ideal self
Ideal self
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Secure attachment
Secure attachment
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Harlow's monkey experiment
Harlow's monkey experiment
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Ainsworth’s Strange Situation
Ainsworth’s Strange Situation
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Spanking
Spanking
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Outcomes of physical punishment
Outcomes of physical punishment
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Authoritative parenting
Authoritative parenting
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Authoritarian parenting
Authoritarian parenting
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Permissive parenting
Permissive parenting
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Disengaged parenting
Disengaged parenting
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Moral internalization
Moral internalization
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Family coercion theory
Family coercion theory
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Self-recognition in toddlers
Self-recognition in toddlers
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Visual perspective-taking
Visual perspective-taking
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Possessiveness in toddlers
Possessiveness in toddlers
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Concrete self-concept in preschoolers
Concrete self-concept in preschoolers
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Erikson's initiative vs. guilt stage
Erikson's initiative vs. guilt stage
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Social comparison in school-age children
Social comparison in school-age children
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Erikson's identity vs. role confusion stage
Erikson's identity vs. role confusion stage
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Identity achievement
Identity achievement
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Study Notes
Object Permanence Notes
- Better attention is linked to shorter looking time; better object permanence tests.
- Mothers with less education show a stronger association with object permanence.
- No significant differences in object permanence between genders.
- Fifty-eight children didn't demonstrate basic object permanence, maintaining a stare for 11.5 seconds.
- Tasks were balanced, starting with a "not-B" task.
Research Methods
- The Scientific Method: Hypothesis testing; predictions from observations or theoretical ideas.
- Variables:
- Dependent Variable (DV): Outcome of interest
- Independent Variable (IV): Variable manipulated or observed to influence DV.
- Levels of variables: varying degrees. (e.g., high or low attention)
- Hypothesis: Statements of expected relationships between variables, offering a direction.
- Operationalizing Variables: Defining variables in measurable ways.
- Sampling and Representative Samples: Larger group, but selected to match target population traits.
- Measures:
- Observational techniques (e.g., scales)
- Surveys, questionnaires
- Interviews
- Standardized tests
- Physiological Measures (e.g., blood pressure)
- Archival Records: Examining existing records for community information.
- Case Studies: Intensive study of individuals or contexts.
- Ethnography: Researchers immerse themselves in the community.
Research Designs
- Experimental: Measures cause and effect; controls variables. Independent variables' effects.
- Correlation: Examines relationships between variables; no causal inferences.
- Developmental: Studies changes over time.
- Longitudinal: Followed over many years and multiple testing points.
- Cross-sectional: Comparing different age groups at same time.
- Sequential: Combining longitudinal and cross-sectional.
- Microgenetic: Close observations over short period of behavior change.
Studies on Adopted Children and Twins
- Concordance Rate: Similarity in a trait between individuals.
- Behavioral Genetics: Studies the role of heredity in behavior.
- Twin Studies: Examining identical and fraternal twins to assess genetic influence.
Ethics in Research with Children and Adolescents
- Minimal risk
- Informed consent of the parents and child
- Right to withdraw from research
- Privacy and confidentiality of information
Social and Emotional Development
- Moral Identity: Sense of right and wrong.
- Cognitive Development: Reasoning about moral issues.
- Emotional Development: Emotions affecting moral decisions.
- Role of the Environment: Behaviorism, reinforcement for positive behaviors.
The Role of Emotional Development
- Emotions affect moral judgment and behavior.
- Prosocial and antisocial behaviors.
- Social Cognitive Theory: Imitation of others' behaviors.
- Innate Processes: Pre-programmed knowledge.
- Social Cognition (Theory of Mind): Understanding others' mental states.
- Cognitive Development: Understanding of principles and reasoning.
- Piaget Stages: Early moral development, with varying understanding of rules and authority.
- Kohlberg's Theory: Stages of moral reasoning.
Development of Self-Concept
- Infancy and Toddlers: Recognizing self in mirror (self-recognition); developing a sense of self.
- Preschoolers: Self-concept is concrete; self-esteem in terms of abilities and possessions.
- School-age children: Social comparison; refinement of self-concept; developing memories that give meaning over time.
- Adolescents: Development through physical, cognitive, and social changes. Ideal self comparison.
Self-Esteem During Childhood & Adolescence
- Preschoolers typically have high self-esteem.
- Self-esteem may fluctuate due to social comparison.
- Importance of self-esteem in school/social situations.
Media, Self-concept, and Self-Esteem
- Media exposure can affect self-image, but also encourage positive body image.
- Social media can also influence body perception.
Development of Secure Attachment
- Attachment is a crucial bond affecting later development.
- Important aspects include behaviors that allow exploration and reassurance when needed.
- Measuring attachment (Strange Situation): observations of child responses to parent's presence or absence, and reunion.
- Secure, Anxious-avoidant, Anxious-resistant and Disorganized attachment styles.
- Parental factors are crucial for secure attachment.
- Attachment in childhood and adolescence: link between attachment and later social/emotional development.
Culture and Co-Sleeping
- Cultural norms around childcare and sleeping arrangements influence child development.
Mother Employment
- Employed mothers may have some benefits to family finances, but studies suggest some negatives.
Family Systems
- Family is core context for child development.
- Family structure varies among cultures.
- Different relationships exist within families.
Socialization in Childhood and Adolescence
- Socialization is the process by which children adapt and learn from social interactions.
- Important roles include parents, siblings, and peers.
- Modeling behaviors and values is a critical component for socialization.
Parenting Strategies and Techniques
- Positive Discipline: Inductive discipline approaches child's understanding of expectations.
- Negative Discipline: Power assertion, control & manipulation from the parent to achieve desired outcomes.
- What about Spanking?: Efficacy; long-term impacts.
Parenting Styles
- Classifications of parent behaviors according to responsiveness and control levels.
- Authoritative, Authoritarian, Permissive, and Uninvolved Parenting styles.
- Relation to child outcomes, such as empathy.
Methods Section
- Specific data collection to support the study.
Results
- Results of the study, and significant findings.
Discussion
- Summary of overall study; conclusions.
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Test your knowledge on moral development theories, including those by Piaget and Kohlberg. This quiz covers key concepts such as moral stages, prosocial behaviors, and the influence of genetics on moral understanding. Challenge yourself to understand the intricacies of cognitive theories in moral development.