Developmental Psychologists Use the Term "Maturation" to Describe The

question 22

Multiple Choice

Developmental psychologists use the term "maturation" to describe the:

• A) systematic physical growth of the nervous system and bodily structures.
• B) process of learning responsibility and self-control.
• C) process of adapting to one's environment.
• D) biological and environmental influences that determine growth.

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Definitions:

Social Behaviors

Actions that individuals take within a group or society, which can be influenced by norms, culture, and social structures.

Infant Girls

Female babies from birth to 1 year old, during which time they undergo significant growth and developmental milestones.

Insecure Attachment

A type of emotional bond where an individual experiences anxiety or uncertainty in relationships, often a result of inconsistent caregiving in early life.

Avoiding Caregivers

A behavior observed in some children who show a lack of trust or discomfort with their caregivers, often due to inconsistent or neglectful caregiving.