Developmental Psychology Chapter 1 Vocabulary

The patterns of movement or change that starts at conception and continues through the human life span

The perspective that development is lifelong, multidimensional, multidirectional, plastic, multidisciplinary, and contextual; involves growth, maintenance, and regulation; and is constructed through biological, sociocultural, and individual factors working together.

the setting in which development occurs, which is influenced by historical, economic, social, and cultural factors

biological and environmental influences that are similar for individuals in a particular age group

Biological and environmental influences that are associated with history. These influences are common to people of a particular generation.

Unusual occurrences that have a major impact on a person's life. The occurrence, pattern, and sequence of these events are not applicable to many individuals.

the behavior patterns, beliefs, and all other products of a group that are passed on from generation to generation

Comparison of one culture with one or more other cultures. These provide information about the degree to which development is similar, or universal, across cultures, and the degree to which it is culture-specific.

A range of characteristics rooted in cultural heritage, including nationality, race, religion, and language.

refers to the conceptual grouping of people with similar occupational, educational, and economic characteristics

the characteristics of people as females or males

a national government's course of action designed to promote the welfare of its citizens

changes in an individual's physical nature

changes in an individual's thought, intelligence, and language

changes in an individual's relationships with other people, emotions, and personality