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Lifespan Development and Psychological Concepts Quiz

#1

Which stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Development is associated with the conflict of Trust vs. Mistrust?

Infancy
Explanation

During infancy, the conflict is between developing trust in caregivers and mistrust.

#2

Which theorist is associated with the psychosocial stages of development, including the stage of Identity vs. Role Confusion?

Erik Erikson
Explanation

Erik Erikson is associated with psychosocial stages, including Identity vs. Role Confusion.

#3

In the context of lifespan development, what does the term 'generativity' refer to according to Erik Erikson?

Parenting and contributing to society
Explanation

Generativity, according to Erikson, involves parenting and contributing to society.

#4

What is the term for the stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, vivid dreams, and heightened brain activity?

REM
Explanation

REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep is characterized by vivid dreams and heightened brain activity.

#5

Which theorist is associated with the concept of the 'Zone of Proximal Development' (ZPD)?

Lev Vygotsky
Explanation

Lev Vygotsky is associated with the 'Zone of Proximal Development' concept.

#6

What is the term for the cognitive process that involves organizing and interpreting sensory information?

Perception
Explanation

Perception is the cognitive process of making sense of sensory information.

#7

According to Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development, which stage occurs during ages 7 to 11 and is characterized by logical thought and conservation?

Concrete Operational
Explanation

Concrete Operational stage is characterized by logical thinking and understanding conservation.

#8

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with mood regulation and is implicated in mood disorders such as depression?

Serotonin
Explanation

Serotonin is associated with mood regulation and implicated in mood disorders.

#9

Which psychological concept involves the tendency to seek out and interpret information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or values?

Confirmation bias
Explanation

Confirmation bias involves seeking and interpreting information to confirm existing beliefs.

#10

What is the term for the process by which a fertilized egg becomes a multicellular organism through cell division and differentiation?

Embryogenesis
Explanation

Embryogenesis is the process of a fertilized egg developing into a multicellular organism.

#11

According to Freud's psychosexual stages of development, which stage is associated with the resolution of the Oedipus or Electra complex?

Phallic
Explanation

The Phallic stage in Freud's theory is associated with resolving the Oedipus or Electra complex.

#12

What is the term for the emotional bond that forms between an infant and their primary caregiver?

Attachment
Explanation

Attachment refers to the emotional bond between an infant and their primary caregiver.

#13

In the context of lifespan development, what is the 'midlife crisis' often associated with?

Middle adulthood
Explanation

The 'midlife crisis' is often associated with challenges and reassessment in middle adulthood.

#14

What is the term for the cognitive distortion where an individual believes that everyone is constantly judging and criticizing them?

Mind-reading
Explanation

Mind-reading is the cognitive distortion of believing others constantly judge and criticize.

#15

According to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, at what level do individuals make decisions based on avoiding punishment or seeking personal reward?

Preconventional
Explanation

At the Preconventional level, moral decisions are based on avoiding punishment or seeking reward.

#16

Which attachment style is characterized by a lack of trust in caregivers, a fear of rejection, and difficulty forming close relationships?

Disorganized attachment
Explanation

Disorganized attachment is characterized by distrust, fear of rejection, and difficulty forming relationships.

#17

What is the term for the cognitive ability to understand and share the feelings of another person?

Empathy
Explanation

Empathy is the cognitive ability to understand and share the feelings of others.

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