Developmental Psychology

Maraj suffers from fibromyalgia and arthritis and is no longer able to care for herself; she has no

Maraj suffers from fibromyalgia and arthritis and is no longer able to care for herself; she has no

i want answer

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bio_man

Myrna, Joey's care teacher, realizes that Joey needs more time than other children before he will re

Myrna, Joey's care teacher, realizes that Joey needs more time than other children before he will re

Myrna, Joey's care teacher, realizes that Joey needs more time than other children before he will relax and smile in the morning after his Dad brings him into the center. Joey's temperamental traits, if grouped, may be called:
A) feist

JaGuR   1030   7 Replies

samantha892

How does the scientific observation of events differ from everyday observation?

How does the scientific observation of events differ from everyday observation?

How does the scientific observation of events differ from everyday observation?

ecarey   26   1 Reply

bio_man

Karran was playing with his daughter. As he was counting her toes, he stroked the bottom of her ...

Karran was playing with his daughter. As he was counting her toes, he stroked the bottom of her ...

Karran was playing with his daughter.  As he was counting her toes, he stroked the bottom of her foot causing her to splay out her toes and then curl them in.  This reaction is called the: 
A)

Moro/startle reflex.&nbs

ceekay27   123   3 Replies

dianaphaam

Karen suddenly hugged her mother tightly when a car backfired. Seeking reassurance through bodily ...

Karen suddenly hugged her mother tightly when a car backfired. Seeking reassurance through bodily ...

Karen suddenly hugged her mother tightly when a car backfired. Seeking reassurance through bodily contact is one way that infants can
a. regulate emotion.
b. show shame.
c. signify embarrassment.
d. express guilt.

Nabati   175   2 Replies

bradisradlol

Oscar and his mother are looking at a picture book. Oscar’s mother points to the duck and labels ...

Oscar and his mother are looking at a picture book. Oscar’s mother points to the duck and labels ...

Oscar and his mother are looking at a picture book. Oscar’s mother points to the duck and labels it. When Oscar’s mother points and names the duck, Oscar also looks at the duck. Oscar demonstrates:
a. social referencing.
b. guilt.
c. j

timiter   234   3 Replies

bradisradlol

The field of human development is considered to be __________ because investigators often are ...

The field of human development is considered to be __________ because investigators often are ...

The field of human development is considered to be __________ because investigators often are interested in the practical implications of their research.
A) interdisciplinary
B) theoretical
C) applied
D) empirical

theGreek   108   4 Replies

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jessballer22

Which of these is an important assumption of the lifespan perspective on development?

Which of these is an important assumption of the lifespan perspective on development?

Which of these is an important assumption of the lifespan perspective on development?
A) Development refers to a process of steadily improving and expanding abilities.
B) Individual development becomes increasingly plastic with age.

Ronyn   236   3 Replies

jessballer22

Lucinda notices that her retirement fund has lost half of its value based on the investments that ...

Lucinda notices that her retirement fund has lost half of its value based on the investments that ...

Lucinda notices that her retirement fund has lost half of its value based on the investments that she chose. She tells herself "it's just a down market, and the money will come back." She does not speak with her financial advisor and ignores the seri

eberk12   590   3 Replies

mandada

Lee, an academically gifted young woman, is especially talented in math and science. In college, Lee ...

Lee, an academically gifted young woman, is especially talented in math and science. In college, Lee ...

a)find that she is simply unable to grasp the complex, abstract math and science concepts.
   
b)find added support from professors interested in breaking down barriers to women in STEM fields.
   
c)continue to excel compared to her

labonita   1068   1 Reply

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bio_man

When considering how much nature determines behavior in comparison to nurture, d

When considering how much nature determines behavior in comparison to nurture, d

When   considering   how   much   nature   determines   behavior   in comparison   to   nurture,   developmentalists:

sirichan   61   1 Reply

bio_man

Veronica has gone through a crisis, and as a result, now pursues personally chosen goals. Veronica ...

Veronica has gone through a crisis, and as a result, now pursues personally chosen goals. Veronica ...

Veronica has gone through a crisis, and as a result, now pursues personally chosen goals. Veronica has reached the status of:
A) identity achievement.
B) moratorium.
C) diffusion.
D) foreclosure.

Ike_Saul   346   5 Replies

Alybell

Bridget has a friend that is of a race different from her own. She decides not to play with her ...

Bridget has a friend that is of a race different from her own. She decides not to play with her ...

Bridget has a friend that is of a race different from her own. She decides not to play with her anymore because her parents are prejudiced and Bridget desperately wants their approval. Bridget is in what stage of moral development?
A) "good

Ike_Saul   305   5 Replies

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nbotelho1998

Tisa turns a toy around and around to see what it looks like from all directions. This is an example

Tisa turns a toy around and around to see what it looks like from all directions. This is an example

Tisa turns a toy around and around to see what it looks like from all directions. This is an example of:
A) the vestibular system
B) the interrelationship of cognitive and motor development
C) the complexity of motor skills
D) a r

JaGuR   611   6 Replies

AM123

How much information can be stored in long-term memory?

How much information can be stored in long-term memory?

How much information can be stored in long-term memory?
 
  a. A million chunks can be stored.
  b. It depends upon how well-rehearsed the information is.
  c. There is no known limit.
  d. It depends upon what kind of infor

bonge4379   395   4 Replies

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mrgholson

The economic recession of 2007 to 2009 __________.

The economic recession of 2007 to 2009 __________.

The economic recession of 2007 to 2009 __________.
A) greatly increased the number of young people in jobs that did not match their educational preparation
B) decreased the number of women with discontinuous career paths—ones that were inte

Maxsis   94   2 Replies

biddaybupbp6

Explain 3 different ways a DRO interval can be increased. What will be an ideal ...

Explain 3 different ways a DRO interval can be increased. What will be an ideal ...

Explain 3 different ways a DRO interval can be increased.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Ques. 2

The title of this chapter is Decreasing Behavior with Differential Reinforcement. This title se

jmountain   68   4 Replies

savagesam

Ten-year-old Sally threatens to kiss Mike, her classmate. Her behavior is termed:

Ten-year-old Sally threatens to kiss Mike, her classmate. Her behavior is termed:

Ten-year-old Sally threatens to kiss Mike, her classmate. Her behavior is termed:
A) sex cleavage.
B) status hierarchy.
C) border work.
D) dominance hierarchy.

Ike_Saul   361   7 Replies

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mjg1999

According to Robinson and Acevedo, a child who signals distress is:

According to Robinson and Acevedo, a child who signals distress is:

According to Robinson and Acevedo, a child who signals distress is:
A) distressing to the other children in a group
B) not going to learn to comfort him/herself
C) very wearing on care teachers
D) providing an opportunity for the

JaGuR   941   6 Replies

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Cailynmichelle

TaylorMae is an eight-year-old who is fearful, clings, and tries to avoid many everyday activities. ...

TaylorMae is an eight-year-old who is fearful, clings, and tries to avoid many everyday activities. ...

TaylorMae is an eight-year-old who is fearful, clings, and tries to avoid many everyday activities. A medical diagnosis would most likely lead to treatment for which of the following middle childhood health problems?
A) congenital shortness

Ike_Saul   405   4 Replies

Kortnee.alvarez

Occasional drug experimenters are __________. (Multiple Choice)

Occasional drug experimenters are __________. (Multiple Choice)

Occasional drug experimenters are __________.
A) seriously troubled young people who commit antisocial acts
B) usually impulsive, disruptive, and hostile in early childhood
C) usually psychologically healthy, sociable, curious young pe

Eunir   235   3 Replies

Iris Staykov

As Mya watched her baby sleep, his eyes moved back and forth while he slept. This type of sleep is ...

As Mya watched her baby sleep, his eyes moved back and forth while he slept. This type of sleep is ...

As Mya watched her baby sleep, his eyes moved back and forth while he slept. This type of sleep is
   a. REM sleep.
   b. NREM sleep.
c. quiet alertness.
   d. drowsiness.

DanaLuis   92   3 Replies

atk1999

One of the interpretable emotional states expressed by infants in the first month isa. fear of ...

One of the interpretable emotional states expressed by infants in the first month isa. fear of ...

One of the interpretable emotional states expressed by infants in the first month is
a. fear of strangers.
b. separation anxiety.
c. pride.
d. interest.

timiter   236   3 Replies

nia0517

What is an NAEYC initiative that has professionalized the field of early childhood?

What is an NAEYC initiative that has professionalized the field of early childhood?

What is an NAEYC initiative that has professionalized the field of early childhood?
 
  A. Required portfolio assessments
  B. Training in reflective teaching
  C. Establishing a national salary scale
  D. Defining developme

cody.chaffee   50   3 Replies

elleposh

Among U.S. adults age 40 and older, 85 percent of women and 76 percent of men __________.

Among U.S. adults age 40 and older, 85 percent of women and 76 percent of men __________.

Among U.S. adults age 40 and older, 85 percent of women and 76 percent of men __________.
A) are married
B) have been married at least once
C) are parents
D) have two or more children

Maxsis   59   2 Replies

kaylireynolds15

William refers to bicycles, trucks, and school buses as "cars." This error is called:

William refers to bicycles, trucks, and school buses as "cars." This error is called:

William refers to bicycles, trucks, and school buses as "cars." This error is called:
A) telegraphic speech.
B) underextension.
C) holophrastic speech.
D) overextension.

Ike_Saul   1022   5 Replies

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apple_man

Initially infants babble using isolated consonant-vowel combinations such as “ba” and “deh.” ...

Initially infants babble using isolated consonant-vowel combinations such as “ba” and “deh.” ...

Initially infants babble using isolated consonant-vowel combinations such as “ba” and “deh.” After a few months of this, their babbling gradually
a. decreases in frequency.
b. increases in loudness.
   c. narrows to include only the soun

timiter   160   3 Replies

jordanb

MayLee and John are playing a card game. They are engaged in cooperative play.

MayLee and John are playing a card game. They are engaged in cooperative play.

MayLee and John are playing a card game.  They are engaged in cooperative play.
A) True
B) False

Ike_Saul   143   4 Replies

awilliams006

According to Piaget's substages of sensorimotor development, which of the following behaviours ...

According to Piaget's substages of sensorimotor development, which of the following behaviours ...

According to Piaget's substages of sensorimotor development, which of the following behaviours would most accurately reflect the ability of a child who is  8 to 12 months old. 
A)

Reem's toy rattle makes a sound

ceekay27   39   3 Replies

rafailus

Ms. Snow says, I went to a seminar about neuroscientific principles and I can see many ways that I ...

Ms. Snow says, I went to a seminar about neuroscientific principles and I can see many ways that I ...

Ms. Snow says, I went to a seminar about neuroscientific principles and I can see many ways that I can use what I learned to impact my students' classroom behavior and achievement. I'm going to start applying the information right away  isn't that gr

miaboyd12   157   4 Replies

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nadinajones

If care teachers understand the importance of "windows of opportunity," they:

If care teachers understand the importance of "windows of opportunity," they:

If care teachers understand the importance of "windows of opportunity," they:
A) recognize that culture influences a child's development
B) converse with infants and toddler and name objects often
C) understand that ther

JaGuR   816   4 Replies

kacie

The Realist novelist whose Madame Bovary indicated his contempt for middle-class hypocrisy and ...

The Realist novelist whose Madame Bovary indicated his contempt for middle-class hypocrisy and ...

The Realist novelist whose Madame Bovary indicated his contempt for middle-class hypocrisy and smugness was
 
  A) Rudyard Kipling.
  B) Gustave Flaubert.
  C) William Thackeray.
  D) Gustave Cour

ub|k   62   2 Replies

cristymarie

Let’s assume that you would like to find a way to improve your brain and cognitive functioning. Of ...

Let’s assume that you would like to find a way to improve your brain and cognitive functioning. Of ...

Let’s assume that you would like to find a way to improve your brain and cognitive functioning. Of the potential methods described above—cognitive training, physical exercise, medication, neurostimulation—which one would you choose and why? Defend yo

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bio_man

One challenge in using portfolio assessment with students experiencing writing difficulties is that ...

One challenge in using portfolio assessment with students experiencing writing difficulties is that ...

One challenge in using portfolio assessment with students experiencing writing difficulties is that
 
  A. one must determine appropriate responses using a different format.
  B. it may be difficult to determine whether inadequate res

mvast   31   4 Replies

happycat123

It is apparent that two-year-old Hoshi has strong attachments to both his mother and his father. You ...

It is apparent that two-year-old Hoshi has strong attachments to both his mother and his father. You ...

It is apparent that two-year-old Hoshi has strong attachments to both his mother and his father. You might expect that if Hoshi falls off the swing and cuts his knee, he will turn to ________.   
A)

either parent   
B)

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HijkElementOp

Two-year-old Nick is working on putting together a puzzle. Nick's father begins by offering direct ...

Two-year-old Nick is working on putting together a puzzle. Nick's father begins by offering direct ...

Two-year-old Nick is working on putting together a puzzle.  Nick's father begins by offering direct instruction, but gradually withdraws support as Nick's competence with the task increases.  This example best illustrates the conc

theGreek   355   3 Replies

KimypT

Joey calls his teddy bear "B" but can't generalize the label to other bears. This ...

Joey calls his teddy bear "B" but can't generalize the label to other bears. This ...

Joey calls his teddy bear "B" but can't generalize the label to other bears. This illustrates:
A) overgeneralization.
B) underextension.
C) overextension.
D) undergeneralization.

Ike_Saul   153   4 Replies

mehtvas1

According to the text, which of the following is least likely to occur in a classroom where strong ...

According to the text, which of the following is least likely to occur in a classroom where strong ...

According to the text, which of the following is least likely to occur in a classroom where strong positive peer relationships are present?
 
  a. discussion of academic accomplishments
  b. bullying
  c. positive self-esteem

Kpolizzi02   217   3 Replies

logangunnoe

Dr. Takenaki believes that an inherited foundation of linguistic knowledge enables swift language ...

Dr. Takenaki believes that an inherited foundation of linguistic knowledge enables swift language ...

Dr. Takenaki believes that an inherited foundation of linguistic knowledge enables swift language acquisition in early childhood. She also argues that infants’ early orientation toward people initiates rapid development of psychological knowledge. Dr

Eunir   156   2 Replies

samonhi

When four-month-old Gina accidentally clapped her hands together, she laughed with delight. Now she ...

When four-month-old Gina accidentally clapped her hands together, she laughed with delight. Now she ...

When four-month-old Gina accidentally clapped her hands together, she laughed with delight. Now she repeats this action again and again. This is an example of:
A) a primary circular reaction.
B) assimilation.
C) accommodation.
D)

Ike_Saul   186   4 Replies

forthegood