The Developmental Approach Is Sometimes Criticised Because

question 12

Multiple Choice

The developmental approach is sometimes criticised because:

• A)It does not focus enough on childhood
• B)It focuses too heavily on childhood
• C)It focuses too heavily on adulthood
• D)It relies too much on attachment theory to explain behaviour
• E)It is hard to define exactly what a child is

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Definitions:

Helper

Someone who provides assistance or support to others, often in contexts of care, support services, or informal helping relationships.

Kinesics

The study of body motion or body behavior as a form of nonverbal communication, including gestures, posture, and facial expressions.

Proxemics

The study of human use of space and the effects that population density has on behavior, communication, and social interaction.

Paralinguistics

The study of vocal and non-verbal cues that accompany speech and convey meaning beyond the words themselves.