Briefly Describe How the Sociocultural Approach to Understanding Human Development

question 92

Essay

Briefly describe how the sociocultural approach to understanding human development differs from the constructivist approach.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A process or action that decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring again by presenting an unpleasant response to the behavior.

Oppositional Defiant

A disorder marked by a persistent pattern of angry, defiant, and vindictive behavior towards authority figures.

Conduct Disorder

A mental health disorder diagnosed in childhood or adolescence characterized by persistent behavior that violates social norms, rights of others, and age-appropriate rules.

Avoidant Personality

A personality disorder characterized by extreme sensitivity to rejection, social inhibition, and a feeling of inadequacy, leading to significant avoidance behavior.