Foundations of Lifespan Development Quiz

Erik Erikson introduced the psychosocial theory of development.

Trust vs. mistrust is the conflict in infancy stage of Erikson's theory.

Senescence refers to the decline in physical and cognitive abilities in late adulthood.

The primary psychosocial task of adolescence is identity vs. role confusion according to Erikson.

James Marcia developed the theory of 'identity achievement' in psychosocial development.

Critical period refers to a specific time with the greatest impact during development.

Preoperational stage occurs during early childhood in Piaget's theory.

Urie Bronfenbrenner introduced the ecological systems theory.

Moral reasoning involves adherence to societal norms at the conventional level in Kohlberg's theory.

Psychoanalytic theory emphasizes the impact of unconscious desires and early experiences on development.

Zone of proximal development highlights the difference in independent vs. assisted tasks.

Assimilation is the process of integrating new information into existing schemas.

Lawrence Kohlberg is associated with the concept of 'stages of moral development'.

Sociocultural theory underscores the impact of social interactions and cultural influences on development.

Albert Bandura is known for the concept of 'self-efficacy'.