Most Developmental Theorists Agree That

question 52

Multiple Choice

Most developmental theorists agree that:

• A)Development occurs at a smooth, constant rate throughout childhood and early adolescence; it begins to slow down in the high school years.
• B)Developmental milestones appear in a consistent sequence for most children.
• C)Physical development occurs in a predictable sequence, but cognitive development does not.
• D)Cognitive development occurs in a predictable sequence, but physical development does not.

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Definitions:

Joy/Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Reactive, Difficult Infants

Infants who are particularly likely to react negatively to new situations or stimuli and are generally more challenging to soothe or calm.

Temperamental Traits

Temperamental traits refer to basic aspects of an individual’s personality, such as emotionality or sociability, which are believed to be genetically influenced and present from early life.

Environmental Influences

Factors within one's surroundings that affect behaviors, development, and growth.