PSYCH 250 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Behavior Modification, Libido, Classical Conditioning
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Individuals of the same chronological age particular ability to develop an especially profound effect (ex: 5-7 y/o is sensitive period for learning a second language) biological inheritances versus environmental experiences. Continuity-discontinuity the degree to which development involves gradual, cumulative change (continuity) or distinct stages (discontinuity) Human development - the pattern of movement or change that begins at conception and continues through the human life span. Chronological age the number of years elapsed since birth. Biological age a person"s age in terms of biological health. Psychological age a person"s adaptive capacities compared with those of other. Social age a person"s connectedness with others and social roles. Sensitive period a time in an individual"s development when a particular experience has. Critical period a period of growth during which a specific experience must occur for a. Cognition in learning cognitive representation of others" behavior & the ability to adopt others" behavior. Nature-nurture the debate over the extent to which development is influenced by.
