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What is Age-graded normative influence?
What is Age-graded normative influence?
What event is an example of History-graded normative influence?
What event is an example of History-graded normative influence?
9/11
Define Historical generation.
Define Historical generation.
A group of people who experience an event at a formative time in their lives.
Non-normative influences are unusual events that have a major impact on individual lives as they disturb the sequence of the life cycle. They can be typical events that occur at an ______ time.
Non-normative influences are unusual events that have a major impact on individual lives as they disturb the sequence of the life cycle. They can be typical events that occur at an ______ time.
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Age cohorts and historical generations are the same.
Age cohorts and historical generations are the same.
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Study Notes
Age-Graded Normative Influence
- Occurs similarly across individuals in a specific age group.
- Driven by biological milestones affecting most people in a society, such as puberty, which typically occurs during adolescence.
History-Graded Normative Influence
- Involves significant events that shape the collective behavior or attitudes of a generation.
- Examples include historical events like 9/11, which influenced widespread feelings of paranoia and fear in those who lived through it.
Historical Generation
- Refers to a group of individuals who experience impactful events during formative years, affecting their development and perspectives.
- Distinct from an age cohort, which includes people born in the same time frame, regardless of shared experiences.
Non-Normative Influences
- Uncommon or atypical events that profoundly affect individual life trajectories, disrupting expected developmental patterns.
- Can include events that occur at unexpected times in life or entirely unique occurrences impacting a single individual.
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This quiz explores the differences between normative and non-normative influences on individual development. It covers concepts like age-graded and history-graded normative influences, highlighting their significant impacts on behavior and societal norms. Test your understanding of these developmental concepts with flashcards.
