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Seven characteristics of lifespan development

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Seven characteristics of lifespan development

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Lifelong- humans continue to develop and change until they die.
Multidimensional- your body, mind, emotions and relationships affect how you develop
Multidirectional
Plastic- cognitive skills can develop even in adulthood
Multidisciplinary- how your family and friends affect your development
Environment- your surroundings affect your development
Culture- where you’re from and how you live affect development

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What are some of the changes that are examined by developmental psychology?

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What are some of the changes that are examined by developmental psychology?

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Physical
Mental (intellectual)
Emotional
Cognitive
Motivational

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What role do genes and the environment play in human growth?

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What role do genes and the environment play in human growth?

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Genes facilitate reactions to ones environment, but does not control behavior. Environment affects how someone acts and their interests.

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What role do twins play in the study of human growth?

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What role do twins play in the study of human growth?

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Scientist use twins to study behaviors influenced by the environment and behaviors influenced by their genetics