Developmental Psychology

Question 1

The Study of Development

Answer 1

The science that attempts to identify and explain the changes that individuals undergo from conception to death.
To understand/describe the normal and usual development whilst also gaining understanding of individual differences.
To find out what is “normal”
To optimise or make a difference to people’s life trajectories.

Question 2

Define “development”

Answer 2

Systematic changes and continuities in individuals that occur between conception and death.