Human Development

Human Development

Human Development

Marilyn Davis, age 40, and her husband George, age 42, have three children: Judith age 17, Michael, age 14, and Jenny age eight. George recently lost his job due to company cutbacks. He has become depressed and apathetic. Both Marilyn and George worry about finances and sometimes argue in front of the children. They also have different parenting styles with George being more authoritative and Marilyn sometimes too permissive.

Judith (female age 17) has been struggling in school. Her grades are dropping, and she does not have any goals after completing high school. Her parents are concerned that her friends are a negative influence. Judith feels her parents unfairly judge her friends and are too strict. Judith and her parents argue frequently about school, curfew, etc. Marilyn is concerned that she is not as close to Judith as she used to be.

·         Cognitive Development

Consider the ways in which Judith demonstrates “normal” cognitive development through the use of at least 2 peer-reviewed empirical journal articles. Note any ways in which Judith does not fit the expected adolescent cognitive developmental milestones. (Cite these ideas)

·         Social Development

Based on theory and research, consider the ways in which Judith demonstrates “normal” social development with the use of at least 2 peer-reviewed empirical journal articles. Note any ways in which Judith does not fit the expected adolescent social developmental milestones. (Cite these ideas)

 
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Use the attached document “Topic 4 Short-Answer Questions” to complete this assignment.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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PSY-650 – Human Development

Topic 4 – Short-Essay Questions

Instructions: Complete the following short essay questions. While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Use the textbook and additional resources to complete the assignment and to support responses. Submit this worksheet at the end of Topic 4.

1. Compare and contrast behavioral, social-cognitive, and cognitive theories of development.

2. Using ethological theory, explain why insecurely attached babies will probably have more relationship problems in life compared to securely attached children.

3. Compare and contrast Piaget’s first three stages of cognitive development.

4. Use Baumrind’s theory to show how parenting styles and discipline intersect.

5. Compare and contrast how preschoolers and school-aged children cope with divorce. Examine the best options for custody.

6. Using physical and cognitive arguments, explain how adolescence and emerging adulthood differ from each other.

7. Explain how Baumrind’s theory can be used to stave off some of the problems of adolescence, including teenage pregnancy, juvenile delinquency, and substance abuse.

8. Using the theories of Erikson, Marcia, and Ginsberg, explain how an adolescent and an emerging adult can be guided toward selecting a suitable career.





 
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