PSYC 211: Human Development Study Unit 1

Study Notes

Study Unit 1: Basic Concepts of Development & Theoretical Perspectives

Domains of Human Development

Physical Development: changes in the child's body, brain development, and motor skills
Cognitive Development: how children acquire, process, and use knowledge to direct their behavior
Personality Development: unique psychological, social, moral, and physical characteristics of an individual
Social Development: interaction and relationships with others, including attachment, socialization, and moral development

Stages of Development

Prenatal stage (foetal periods)
Neonatal stage (2-4 weeks)
Infancy (0-2 years)
Early childhood (2-6 years)
Middle childhood (6-12 years)
Adolescence (puberty-adulthood)

Developmental Issues

Nature vs. Nurture: biological vs. environmental factors in development
Continuity vs. Discontinuity: gradual vs. stage-like development
Passive vs. Active Involvement: role of children in their own development
Universality vs. Cultural Context: cultural influences on development

Theoretical Perspectives on Human Development

Biological Perspective: focuses on genetic and neurological factors in development
Psychodynamic Perspective: emphasizes the role of unconscious thoughts and feelings in development
Learning Theory Perspective: views development as a result of environmental factors and learning processes
Cognitive-Developmental Perspective: focuses on how children construct knowledge and understand the world
Contextual Perspective: considers the cultural and social context of development

Description

Test your understanding of human development in a socio-cultural context, covering basic concepts, theoretical perspectives, and developmental stages from conception to 18 years old. Evaluate your knowledge of different domains of development, life span stages, and child psychology goals. This quiz assesses your ability to explain developmental changes and predict behavior.