Piaget's Research into the Moral Development of Young Children Led

question 34

Multiple Choice

Piaget's research into the moral development of young children led him to conclude that a major distinction between younger and older children's understanding of moral behavior was that

• A) older children focused more on outcomes when judging the severity of a transgression.
• B) older children, compared to younger, focused on intention behind a transgression.
• C) older children more often endorsed harsh punishments compared to younger children.
• D) younger children favored stricter punishments more than did older children.
• E) younger children were more likely to consider intentions when judging a transgression.

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Definitions:

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge, etc.—to oneself and to others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, intentions, and perspectives that are different from one's own.

False Belief

An understanding that others can hold beliefs or perspectives that are different from one's own, even if those beliefs are incorrect; a critical aspect of theory of mind.

Mental Perspective

An individual's point of view or way of regarding situations, facts, etc., which impacts their thoughts and behaviors.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A range of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by challenges with social communication, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests.