Exam 3: Human Development

The study of changes in behavior from conception to death encompasses the field known as

Failure to resolve the tasks of middle adulthood leads to a concern for only one's own needs and comforts, resulting in what Erikson called

Sickle-cell anemia, hemophilia, muscular dystrophy, and cystic fibrosis are considered

Cephalocaudal means from

During which cognitive stage do children learn to think symbolically and to use language, although their thinking will still be very intuitive?

When interacting with their children, fathers tend to do which of the following more than mothers?

Which of the following observations is cited to support the idea that language is learned?

Matt has had a wonderful semester at college. He has made A's or B's on most of his tests and assignments. He enjoys his part-time job and recently got a raise, and he has a steady girlfriend, whom he enjoys spending time with and who is also very supportive. However, Matt's mother called this morning to tell him that his grandfather, to whom he is very close, is very ill. According to the research, Matt's happiness or subjective well-being would be

Regarding the sociocultural view of cognitive development, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Tamara realizes that none of the treatments she has undergone in the last year and a half have slowed the growth of her cancer. She feels totally exhausted and profoundly sad. Tamara is experiencing which stage of impending death?

Which of the following words means "colored body"?

According to Vygotsky, the framework or temporary support that helps a child learn is called

Regarding teratogens and birth defects, which of the following statements is FALSE?

According to Kübler-Ross, the typical order of the emotional reactions to impending death is

Due to financial difficulties, Damon's parents have difficulty paying rent and utilities, buying nutritious food, and taking their children to the doctor or dentist when needed. These parents often verbally argue with each other over their financial problems, which also affects their relationship with their children. Although Damon and his siblings would love to have a computer, they know this will never be possible. According to research, a home situation, such as the one described, has been shown

More recent research on infant cognition suggests that infants appear to form internal representations of the world and to know that objects are solid and do not disappear when out of view

Regarding older adults, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Little Benjamin is taken for a drive in the country. He sees his first live horse in a field, points, and calls out, "Horse!" Benjamin has already seen horses on television and even has a stuffed toy horse. In this case, he adds this new experience to his existing concept of horse. Piaget would say that Benjamin is using

Ronald is in the first grade and is given an addition worksheet to complete. At one point on the worksheet, the problems 2 + 5 = and 5 + 2 = are side-by-side. Ronald uses his fingers to count out each problem, although the same numbers are used but in a different order. Ronald is illustrating his lack of

A nursing home administrator gives the residents little choice in activities they participate in or in the food that is served. Friendships between opposite sex residents are also discouraged. She tells the staff that "the elderly are like little children that don't know what's best for them." This statement of the administrator reflects