The Ages and Stages Developmental Theories Are Based on Which

question 5

Multiple Choice

The ages and stages developmental theories are based on which premise?

• A) Development occurs in response to specific life events and transitions that require adaptive, coping behavior and involve changes in one's life patterns.
• B) People experience much the same sequential physical, cognitive, socioemotional, and moral changes during the same age periods or developmental states.
• C) Human behavior is motivated by internal psychodynamic forces and external factors such as cultural orientation, socioeconomic status, and the number and intensity of life events.
• D) Development occurs as a result of stress associated with life events or transitions that serve as an impetus for growth.

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Definitions:

Primary Reinforcer

A stimulus that satisfies a basic biological need, such as food or water, and is inherently rewarding.

Negative Reinforcement

Negative reinforcement is a type of operant conditioning that occurs when a response is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus.

Punishment

The imposition of a penalty as retribution for an offense, with the aim of correcting behavior or serving as a deterrent to others.

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral psychology concept where the removal of an unfavorable outcome or stimulus strengthens a desired behavior.