30 Questions
According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which stage occurs during the preschool years?
Initiative vs. Guilt
Which parenting style is associated with high self-esteem, internalized moral standards, psychosocial maturity, and academic success?
Authoritative
What are some reasons for variations in parenting styles?
All of the above
What are sibling relationships affected by?
All of the above
True or False: As they age, young children prefer interacting with a same-sex peer.
True
What is the purpose of play according to the text?
To creatively explore and develop in all domains
According to Grusec & Lyjon's typology, what type of play involves the manipulation of objects to construct something?
Constructive play
According to Piaget, which of the following is NOT one of the three fundamental number concepts?
Reciprocity
What is the capacity referred to as 'theory of mind'?
The ability to distinguish one's own thoughts from others
At what age does a turning point in children's theory of mind occur?
Four to five years old
What does 'sense of self' mean?
A way individuals think about themselves
What is self-esteem?
The individual's feeling of self-worth
Which of the following is NOT one of Erikson's stages of psychosocial development in early childhood?
Trust vs. Mistrust
At what age does self-concept begin to develop in infancy?
Around 12-18 months old
According to Vygotsky, symbolic play is seen as an opportunity to extend oneself into competencies they do not have in reality. What is symbolic play seen as?
A vehicle for cognitive and social development
What are some influences on play?
All of the above
What are some features of prosocial behaviors?
They emerge during early childhood and increase with age due to gains in cognitive functioning and social skills
What role does empathy play in the development of prosocial behavior?
It plays a key role in the development of prosocial behavior
What is the key to helpful actions and altruistic acts?
Crossing the emotional bridge between empathy and sympathy
What are some factors that contribute to the development of aggression?
Temperament, parenting style, social cognitive learning theory, and media exposure
What are some ways to control aggression?
Early intervention, working with the family, teaching authoritative parenting style, and teaching prosocial behaviors
According to cognitive theories of gender-role development, which of the following is NOT one of the stages proposed by Kohlberg?
Gender identity
What is the process of acquiring gender-consistent behaviors called?
Gender typing
True or False: Negative reinforcement by peers of gender-inappropriate play can be more influential than that of adults.
True
What is androgyny?
The combination of masculine and feminine characteristics
What are the effects and implications of androgyny?
Androgyny reduces the effects of stereotypes
True or False: In middle childhood, growth is faster than in earlier stages.
False
What do cognitive theories of gender-role development minimize?
Social and cultural effects
What are gender roles?
The societal expectations of males and females
What is gender typing?
The process of acquiring gender-consistent behaviors
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