The Development of Morality Is Different from the Development of Theory

question 109

Multiple Choice

The development of morality is different from the development of theory of mind because

• A)morality development is universal across cultures.
• B)cultural influences have a bigger impact on the development of morality.
• C)there's more variability in the timing and developmental course of theory of mind.
• D)parenting practices have more influence on the development of theory of mind.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Needs

The mental requirements or necessities for knowledge, understanding, curiosity, and search for meaning, often associated with Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

Maslow

Refers to Abraham Maslow, an American psychologist best known for creating Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a theory in psychology concerning human motivation based on fulfilling a series of needs from basic to self-actualization.

Consciousness

The state of being aware of and able to think about one's environment, thoughts, feelings, and sensations.

Psychosocial Development

A theory proposed by Erik Erikson that describes the impact of social experience across the whole lifespan.