Developmental Psychology galen (test 2) Questions With
Complete Solutions
Adrenarche Correct Answer Adrenarche is an early sexual
maturation stage in some higher primates that in humans
typically occurs at around 10 to 11 years of age. During
adrenarche the adrenal cortex secretes increased levels of
androgens such as DHEA and DHEAS, but without increased
cortisol levels.
Amygdala Correct Answer Amygdala is the integrative center
for emotions, emotional behavior, and motivation. Shown in
research to perform a primary role in the processing of memory,
decision-making, and emotional reactions, the amygdalae are
considered part of the limbic system.[3]
animism Correct Answer tendency to attribute life to objects
that are not alive
Baumrind's Parenting styles-authoritarian, authoritative,
permissive Correct Answer authoritarian- in Baumrind's
terminology, parenting style emphasizing control and obedience.
authoritative- parenting style blending respect for a child's
individuality with an effort to instill social values.
permissive- parenting style emphasizing self-expression and self
regulation.
centration Correct Answer in Piaget's theory, the tendency of
preoperational children to focus on one aspect of a situation and
neglect others
, Cerebellum Correct Answer the part of the brain at the back of
the skull in vertebrates. Its function is to coordinate and regulate
muscular activity.
Corpus callosum Correct Answer The brain is divided into the
right and left hemisphere, and the two halves are connected by
the corpus callosum. This bundle of nerve tissue contains over
200 million axons (nerve fibers that carry electrical impulses
from neurons' cell bodies) by rough estimate. This neural tissue
facilitates communication between the two sides of the brain.
White matter, like the corpus callosum, allows different parts of
the brain to communicate with each other.
decentering Correct Answer in Piaget's terminology, to think
simultaneously about several aspects of a situation
Stage 5 - Social Contract and Individual Rights
At this stage, people begin to account for the differing values,
opinions, and beliefs of other people. Rules of law are important
for maintaining a society, but members of the society should
agree upon these standards.
Stage 6 - Universal Principles
Kohlberg's final level of moral reasoning is based upon
universal ethical principles and abstract reasoning. At this stage,
people follow these internalized principles of justice, even if
they conflict with laws and rules.
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