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Theoretical Perspectives

The various frameworks and models that attempt to explain the complex processes of human growth and development, including psychodynamic, cognitive, and lifespan perspectives, and the evaluation of their validity and usefulness in understanding human development

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Theoretical perspectives on human development provide essential frameworks for understanding how individuals grow and change throughout their lives. These theories, including cognitive development, social learning, and attachment theory, offer insights into the processes that shape our behaviors, th...

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Key Terms

Developmental Psychology
The study of how and why human beings change over the course of their life.

Example: Developmental psychology examines changes in behavior from infancy to adulthood.

Cognitive Development
The process of growth and change in intellectual capabilities.

Example: Cognitive development includes learning, memory, and problem-solving skills.

Social Learning
Learning that occurs through observing others.

Example: Children learn social behaviors by watching their parents.

Attachment Theory
A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term interpersonal relationships.

Example: Secure attachment leads to healthier relationships in adulthood.

Piaget's Stages
A theory that describes the stages of cognitive development in children.

Example: The four stages are sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational.

Observational Learning
Learning by watching others and imitating their behavior.

Example: A child learns to tie their shoes by watching a parent.

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Child Psychology
Focuses on the mental, emotional, and social development of children.
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Adolescent Development
Explores the changes and challenges faced during adolescence.
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Adult Development
Studies the psychological changes that occur in adulthood.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
A therapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions and behaviors.
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Key Concepts

Developmental PsychologyCognitive DevelopmentSocial LearningAttachment Theory