Psychology Degree Psychology Degree Lifespan Development Theories Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which psychologist proposed the psychosocial theory of development with eight stages spanning from infancy to late adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Erik Erikson

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Sigmund Freud

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Jean Piaget

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Lev Vygotsky

Question 2

In Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, which system represents the broader cultural values, laws, and customs that influence a child's development?

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Macrosystem

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Microsystem

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Exosystem

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Chronosystem

Question 3

According to Baltes' lifespan developmental perspective, which principle states that development always involves both gains and losses?

Accepted Answer

Multidirectionality

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Lifelong development

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Plasticity

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Contextualism

Question 4

What concept did Vygotsky introduce to describe the gap between what a learner can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance?

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Zone of proximal development

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Scaffolding

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Sensitive period

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Accommodation

Question 5

Which stage in Levinson's theory of adult development involves questioning life choices and often occurs around age 40 to 45?

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Midlife transition

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Early adult transition

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Age 30 transition

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Late adult transition

Question 6

In Havighurst's developmental task theory, which task is considered central to middle adulthood?

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Achieving civic responsibility and guiding the next generation

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Establishing intimate relationships

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Adjusting to retirement and reduced income

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Developing fundamental skills in reading and math