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During which developmental period do children typically learn to become more self-sufficient and develop school readiness skills?
During which developmental period do children typically learn to become more self-sufficient and develop school readiness skills?
At approximately what age does the prenatal period end?
At approximately what age does the prenatal period end?
Which period is characterized by extreme dependence upon adults?
Which period is characterized by extreme dependence upon adults?
Which developmental period involves the transition from infancy to early childhood?
Which developmental period involves the transition from infancy to early childhood?
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At what age does middle and late childhood typically start?
At what age does middle and late childhood typically start?
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Which developmental period involves tremendous growth from a single cell to an organism complete with brain and behavioral capabilities?
Which developmental period involves tremendous growth from a single cell to an organism complete with brain and behavioral capabilities?
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What is the developmental period of transition from childhood to early adulthood called?
What is the developmental period of transition from childhood to early adulthood called?
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During which developmental period does achievement become a more central theme of the child’s world?
During which developmental period does achievement become a more central theme of the child’s world?
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What characterizes the pursuit of independence and identity in the developmental period of adolescence?
What characterizes the pursuit of independence and identity in the developmental period of adolescence?
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During which developmental period does experimentation and exploration characterize the individuals?
During which developmental period does experimentation and exploration characterize the individuals?
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What marks the beginning of adolescence in terms of physical changes?
What marks the beginning of adolescence in terms of physical changes?
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When do individuals typically spend more time outside the family according to the text?
When do individuals typically spend more time outside the family according to the text?
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Which developmental period is characterized by the development of logical, abstract, and idealistic thinking?
Which developmental period is characterized by the development of logical, abstract, and idealistic thinking?
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At what point in development do many individuals explore their career path, identity, and lifestyle?
At what point in development do many individuals explore their career path, identity, and lifestyle?
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Study Notes
Prenatal Development
- The prenatal period ends at birth.
Infancy
- During infancy, children are extremely dependent on adults.
- This period involves the transition from infancy to early childhood.
Early Childhood
- Children typically learn to become more self-sufficient and develop school readiness skills during this period.
- Middle and late childhood typically start around age 6-7.
Adolescence
- The transition from childhood to early adulthood is characterized as adolescence.
- Experimentation and exploration mark this period.
- The pursuit of independence and identity is a hallmark of adolescence.
- Physical changes, such as puberty, mark the beginning of adolescence.
- During adolescence, individuals typically spend more time outside the family.
Young Adulthood
- This period is characterized by the development of logical, abstract, and idealistic thinking.
- Many individuals explore their career path, identity, and lifestyle during young adulthood.
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Learn about the prenatal period from conception to birth and the developmental period of infancy from birth to 18 or 24 months. Explore the tremendous growth and psychological activities during these crucial early stages of human development.
