Question 1

Children's theory of mind is more advanced when parents:

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A) avoid talking about mental states with their children 
B) tend to talk to their infants as separate psychological entities 
C) focus largely on their children's physical needs 
D) arrange for children to have lots of play dates 
A) avoid talking about mental states with their children 
B) tend to talk to their infants as separate psychological entities 
C) focus largely on their children's physical needs 
D) arrange for children to have lots of play dates B

Question 2

Describe the developmental progression of self representations.

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The developmental progression of self-representations refers to the way in which individuals' understanding and perception of themselves evolves over time. This progression can be broken down into several stages, each of which is characterized by different levels of self-awareness and self-concept.

In early infancy, self-representations are rudimentary and primarily based on physical sensations and experiences. Infants begin to develop a sense of their own bodies and the distinction between themselves and the external world. This is the beginning of self-recognition and the formation of a basic self-concept.

As children grow and develop, their self-representations become more complex and nuanced. They begin to incorporate social and cultural influences, such as the feedback and expectations of caregivers, peers, and society at large. This can lead to the internalization of certain beliefs and values, as well as the development of a more differentiated and multifaceted self-concept.

During adolescence, self-representations continue to evolve as individuals grapple with questions of identity, autonomy, and self-expression. This is a period of significant introspection and self-exploration, as adolescents seek to understand their own unique qualities, strengths, and weaknesses. They may also begin to consider their future goals and aspirations, further shaping their self-representations.

In adulthood, self-representations become more stable and integrated, reflecting a deeper understanding of one's own identity and place in the world. Individuals may have a clearer sense of their values, beliefs, and personal strengths, as well as a greater acceptance of their limitations and imperfections. This can lead to a more coherent and resilient self-concept, capable of adapting to life's challenges and changes.

Overall, the developmental progression of self-representations is a dynamic and ongoing process that is influenced by a wide range of internal and external factors. It plays a crucial role in shaping individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and is central to their overall psychological well-being and sense of identity.

Question 3

The research on gender differences in self-esteem is best described as showing that:

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A) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood and this continues into adolescence 
B) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood but this difference disappears by adolescence 
C) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood but boys have lower global self-esteem by adolescence 
D) girls have higher global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood and this continues into adolescence 
A) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood and this continues into adolescence 
B) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood but this difference disappears by adolescence 
C) girls have lower global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood but boys have lower global self-esteem by adolescence 
D) girls have higher global self-esteem than boys in middle childhood and this continues into adolescence A

Question 4

High self-esteem helps prevent children from:

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A) smoking 
B) engaging in early sex 
C) failing in school 
D) none of the above 
A) smoking 
B) engaging in early sex 
C) failing in school 
D) none of the above

Question 5

Discuss the role of language in social development.

Accepted Answer

Language plays a crucial role in social

Question 6

The evaluative component of self that taps how positively or negatively people view themselves in relation to others is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

A) stereotype consciousness 
B) relational self 
C) the sense of self 
D) self esteem 
A) stereotype consciousness 
B) relational self 
C) the sense of self 
D) self esteem

Question 7

Children's understanding that people have mental states such as thoughts, beliefs, and desires that affect their behavior is termed:

Accepted Answer

A) theory of mind 
B) identity 
C) behavioral script 
D) collective self 
A) theory of mind 
B) identity 
C) behavioral script 
D) collective self

Question 8

Discuss the benefits of a bicultural identity for children's development.

Accepted Answer

A bicultural identity can have numerous

Question 9

Mentoring programs that researchers have evaluated apparently increase children's self-esteem by:

Accepted Answer

A) increasing children's acceptance by peers 
B) improving children's relationships with parents 
C) increasing children's social skills 
D) teaching children to take risks 
A) increasing children's acceptance by peers 
B) improving children's relationships with parents 
C) increasing children's social skills 
D) teaching children to take risks

Question 10

Children describe themselves in terms of their abilities, interpersonal attributes, and successes in different social areas at:

Accepted Answer

A) 3-4 years old 
B) 5-7 years old 
C) 8-10 years old 
D) 11 years and older 
A) 3-4 years old 
B) 5-7 years old 
C) 8-10 years old 
D) 11 years and older

Question 11

Describe 3 ways in which preschoolers' conversational skills are limited

Accepted Answer

1. Limited vocabulary: Preschoolers have

Question 12

Boosting children's self-esteem by therapeutic interventions or school programs is likely to lead to:

Accepted Answer

A) more prosocial behavior 
B) less internalizing behavior 
C) both a and b 
D) neither a nor b 
A) more prosocial behavior 
B) less internalizing behavior 
C) both a and b 
D) neither a nor b

Question 13

Prejudice can be reduced by:

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A) reducing the amount of contact between members of groups who are prejudiced against each other 
B) reducing competitiveness between groups 
C) highlighting group membership instead of individual characteristics 
D) increasing stereotyped thinking 
A) reducing the amount of contact between members of groups who are prejudiced against each other 
B) reducing competitiveness between groups 
C) highlighting group membership instead of individual characteristics 
D) increasing stereotyped thinking

Question 14

List 3 positive effects of high self esteem

Accepted Answer

High self-esteem can have several positi

Question 15

What is unconscious prejudice and how is it measured?

Accepted Answer

Unconscious prejudice, also known as imp

Question 16

Children who have reached identity achievement:

Accepted Answer

A) are relatively more authoritarian and inflexible 
B) can show relatively higher levels of externalizing and internalizing behaviors 
C) are relatively more able to develop close intimate relationships 
D) are relatively anxious and ambivalent, with strained relationships 
A) are relatively more authoritarian and inflexible 
B) can show relatively higher levels of externalizing and internalizing behaviors 
C) are relatively more able to develop close intimate relationships 
D) are relatively anxious and ambivalent, with strained relationships

Question 17

How children evaluate themselves in a particular domain will affect their self-esteem regardless of the importance they place on that domain

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Although children with autism may struggle with recognizing themselves as social beings, they show no deficits in self-recognition

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Discuss gender differences in global self-esteem.

Accepted Answer

Gender differences in global self-esteem

Question 20

Children's understanding that people's actions are intentional and goal directed begins to emerge at:

Accepted Answer

A) 6 months 
B) 12 months 
C) 18 months 
D) 24 months 
A) 6 months 
B) 12 months 
C) 18 months 
D) 24 months

Children's theory of mind is more advanced when parents:

Describe the developmental progression of self representations.

The research on gender differences in self-esteem is best described as showing that:

High self-esteem helps prevent children from:

Discuss the role of language in social development.

The evaluative component of self that taps how positively or negatively people view themselves in relation to others is referred to as:

Children's understanding that people have mental states such as thoughts, beliefs, and desires that affect their behavior is termed:

Discuss the benefits of a bicultural identity for children's development.

Mentoring programs that researchers have evaluated apparently increase children's self-esteem by:

Children describe themselves in terms of their abilities, interpersonal attributes, and successes in different social areas at:

Describe 3 ways in which preschoolers' conversational skills are limited

Boosting children's self-esteem by therapeutic interventions or school programs is likely to lead to:

Prejudice can be reduced by:

List 3 positive effects of high self esteem

What is unconscious prejudice and how is it measured?

Children who have reached identity achievement:

How children evaluate themselves in a particular domain will affect their self-esteem regardless of the importance they place on that domain

Although children with autism may struggle with recognizing themselves as social beings, they show no deficits in self-recognition

Discuss gender differences in global self-esteem.

Children's understanding that people's actions are intentional and goal directed begins to emerge at:

Introduction: Theories of Social Development

Research Methods: Tools for Discovery

Biological Foundations: Roots in Neurons and Genes

Attachment: Forming Close Relationships

Emotions: Thoughts About Feelings

Family: Early and Enduring Influences

Peers: a World of Their Own

Schools Mentors and Media: Connections With Society

Sex and Gender: Vive La Différence

Morality: Knowing Right Doing Good

Aggression: Insult and Injury

Policy: Improving Childrens Lives

Overarching Themes: Integrating Social Development

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Exam 6: Self and Other: Getting to Know Me, Getting to Know You

Children's theory of mind is more advanced when parents:

Describe the developmental progression of self representations.

The research on gender differences in self-esteem is best described as showing that:

High self-esteem helps prevent children from:

Discuss the role of language in social development.

The evaluative component of self that taps how positively or negatively people view themselves in relation to others is referred to as:

Children's understanding that people have mental states such as thoughts, beliefs, and desires that affect their behavior is termed:

Discuss the benefits of a bicultural identity for children's development.

Mentoring programs that researchers have evaluated apparently increase children's self-esteem by:

Children describe themselves in terms of their abilities, interpersonal attributes, and successes in different social areas at:

Describe 3 ways in which preschoolers' conversational skills are limited

Boosting children's self-esteem by therapeutic interventions or school programs is likely to lead to:

Prejudice can be reduced by:

List 3 positive effects of high self esteem

What is unconscious prejudice and how is it measured?

Children who have reached identity achievement:

How children evaluate themselves in a particular domain will affect their self-esteem regardless of the importance they place on that domain

Although children with autism may struggle with recognizing themselves as social beings, they show no deficits in self-recognition

Discuss gender differences in global self-esteem.

Children's understanding that people's actions are intentional and goal directed begins to emerge at:

Introduction: Theories of Social Development

Research Methods: Tools for Discovery

Biological Foundations: Roots in Neurons and Genes

Attachment: Forming Close Relationships

Emotions: Thoughts About Feelings

Family: Early and Enduring Influences

Peers: a World of Their Own

Schools Mentors and Media: Connections With Society

Sex and Gender: Vive La Différence

Morality: Knowing Right Doing Good

Aggression: Insult and Injury

Policy: Improving Childrens Lives

Overarching Themes: Integrating Social Development

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