Jean Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development Focused on

question 35

Multiple Choice

Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development focused on

• A) the resolution of psychological crises.
• B) improvements in mental hardware and software.
• C) children's creation of "theories" that help them understand their worlds.
• D) adaptive behaviors that are learned during critical periods.

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Definitions:

Selectively Deprived

Referring to a condition in which an organism or individual has been deliberately deprived of certain stimuli, resources, or necessities.

Slow-Wave Sleep

A stage of deep sleep characterized by low frequency and high amplitude brain waves, important for restorative sleep.

Selectively Deprived

The condition of being intentionally deprived of certain stimuli or experiences, typically in the context of experimental research or therapeutic intervention.

Impaired Attention

A reduced or diminished ability to focus on a specific task or to maintain concentration over time.