PSYB20H3 Midterm: PSYB20 – Term test 1 Review
Document Summary
Scientific study of systematic processes of change and stability in human children. Concept or practice that"s an invention of a particular culture or society. Division of the life span into periods of development. Prenatal period: physical contraception occurs by normal fertilization. Genetic endowment interacts with environmental influences from the start. Influences: cognitive development abilities to learn, remember and to respond to sensory stimuli are developing, psychosocial development fetuses respond to mother"s voice & develops a preference for it. Infancy & toddlerhood: (birth~ age 3: physical . All senses & body systems operates at birth to varying degrees. Physical growth and development of motor skills rapid: cognitive development . Uses of symbols & ability to solve problems develop by the end of 2nd year. Comprehension & use of language rapid development: psychosocial development . Early childhood: (age 3 ~6: physical . Fine & gross motor skills and strength improves: cognitive . Thinking egocentric, but understanding of other peoples" perspectives grows.
