Exam 1: History, Theories, and Methods

Jeanine often bites her nails whenever she is nervous, prompting looks from strangers and her co-workers. According to Freud, Jeanine is most likely stuck in the stage of development known as the ________.

The ecological systems theory of development holds that interactions of the various settings within the microsystem occur in the ________.

Fixed action patterns are learned behaviors.

John Locke suggested that a child came into the world as ___________.

Vygotsky's sociocultural theory suggests that:

Erikson argued that individuals frequently experience a period of inner conflict which causes them to examine their values and the roles they play in life. He referred to this period as _______.

Issues such as the prevention of teenage pregnancy, child abuse, and juvenile offending may benefit from broader strategies due to the _______.

Bandura's social cognitive theory argues that children learn by observing models.

Describe the key concepts in Vygotsky's sociocultural theory.

Discuss the ethical considerations that researchers must consider while carrying out research on human development.

Strong arguments or reference to authority figures are commonly used as scientific evidence.

Which of the following is true of children in the 20th century?

Jenna believes that her four-year-old son should always be allowed to do as he pleases. She believes that her son-like all children-is incapable of doing anything wrong, and allowing him to do whatever he wants is the best way to raise him. Jenna's ideas agree best with the philosopher _____.

Which of the following terms refers to a number ranging from +1.00 to -1.00 that expresses the direction (positive or negative) and strength of the relationship between two variables?

Which of the following is true of the superego?

Which of the following circumstances would make a researcher use animals instead of human participants?

During prenatal development, neurotransmitters are responsible for the physical development of female and male sex organs.

Piaget's cognitive-developmental theory suggests that children actively learn about and take charge of their environments.

The purpose of the first standardized intelligence test was to:

According to Freud, which aspect of our personality is present at birth?