Developmental Periods, Such as When One Is an Infant, Adolescent

question 48

Multiple Choice

Developmental periods, such as when one is an infant, adolescent, or middle-aged person, refer to:

• A) historical circumstances common to people of a particular generation.
• B) time frames in a person's life that are characterized by certain features.
• C) time frames in which a person experiences maximum change.
• D) time frames in a nation's history that are characterized by rapid development.

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Definitions:

Cross-Sectional

This observational study method examines data collected from a whole population or a selected portion of it at one specific time.

Basic

Basic commonly refers to something that forms an essential foundation or starting point; fundamental.

Initiative Versus Guilt

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, where children age 3-6 years face the challenge of starting tasks and carrying out plans, or feeling guilty about efforts to be independent.

Identity Versus Role Diffusion

A stage in Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory where adolescents explore their independence and develop a sense of self, or risk role confusion.