Identify the Three Broad Families of Developmental Theories,and the Fourth,which

question 52

Essay

Identify the three broad families of developmental theories,and the fourth,which has been added recently to account for one of the major shortcomings of the original three.

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Definitions:

Affiliation

A psychological need to feel a sense of involvement and "belonging" within a social group; it's the driving force behind our desire to build friendships, join groups, and identify with others.

Instinct

A natural, usually unchangeable behavior observed in animals as a reaction to specific triggers.

Spiders

Arachnids characterized by eight legs, a chelicerae with fangs that inject venom, and the ability to spin webs.

Intrinsic Motive

A form of motivation driven by internal rewards, such as personal satisfaction, curiosity, or enjoyment, rather than external factors.