Intro to Psychology - Unit 2- Analyze developmental psychology across the lifespan- Sophia

Intro to Psychology - Unit 2- Analyze developmental psychology across the lifespan- Sophia Accommodation Answer- Either modifying an existing schema to fit new information, or creating a new schema. Adolescence Answer- The time when a child transitions to adulthood; the teenage years. Adulthood Answer- Phase of life in which full physical and psychological development has occurred. Ageism Answer- Discrimination or prejudice based on a person's age. Aging Answer- Growing older, especially ages 65 until death. Assimilation Answer- Adding new information to an existing schema, or mental pattern. Authoritarian Parents Answer- Control and evaluate behavior and attitudes of their children; set strict rules with little flexibility. Authoritative Parents Answer- Committed, loving and supportive while maintaining firm boundaries; rational, intelligent, verbal "give-and-take"; discuss rules and policies with their children. Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt (2 to 3 years) Answer- Children must develop sense of independence, explore their environment, be able to have free choice If this independence is not given, the child will feel shame and doubt (question their own independence). Chromosomes Answer- Located in the nucleus of each cell (46 total), made up of DNA and carry our genetic information. Congentital Problems Answer- Condition existing at birth, often originating during prenatal development; may be due to prenatal environment, genetic or chromosomal abnormality. Conservation Answer- The concept that weight, mass, and volume of matter can remain the same even if the shape or appearance of the container holding it changes.