The Driving Force for Development in Erik Erikson's Theory Is

question 64

Multiple Choice

The driving force for development in Erik Erikson's theory is the

• A) use of rewards and punishment to shape the child's behavior.
• B) need to understand and make sense of the child's experiences.
• C) social experiences that are typical at each stage of development.
• D) need to adapt to the changing demands of the environment.

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Definitions:

Repetitive Sounds

Sounds or sequences of sound that are repeated frequently, which can be a part of language learning or music.

Babbling

An early stage in language acquisition for infants, characterized by the production of sounds or syllables that do not correspond to specific words.

Echolalia

The automatic and involuntary repetition of sounds or words spoken by others, often observed in individuals with autism and certain speech disorders.

Speech Development

The process by which children learn to communicate and express themselves through spoken language, involving a sequence of stages that typically begins with babbling and progresses to the formation of words and sentences.