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Name and Briefly Describe the Five Forms of Developmental Change

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Name and briefly describe the five forms of developmental change that occur with age proposed by information-processing theorists.


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Feelings of Helplessness

A state in which an individual perceives they have no power or control over a situation, often leading to decreased motivation.

Shaped and Fixed

A behavioral conditioning process where desired behaviors are reinforced step by step (shaped) and maintained through a consistent schedule of reinforcement (fixed).

Age of 5

A developmental stage in early childhood marked by significant growth in physical, cognitive, and social skills.

Authoritative

A parenting style characterized by high responsiveness and high demands, considered optimal for child development.

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