Unit 6 Developmental Psych

Describe the influence of temperament and other social factors on attachment and appropriate socialization.

According to Konrad Lorenz, what is the term for the attachment of baby geese to a mother figure?

• Imprinting

• Critical Period

• Sensitive Period

• None of the above

What does Harry Harlow's research suggest about the role of physical touch from a parent or caregiver?

• It plays a key role in developmental health

• It has no significant impact

• It is less important than nutritional provision

• None of the above

What type of attachment is described as forming when parents or caregivers consistently meet the infant's needs by being warm and responsive?

• Secure attachment

• Insecure attachment

• Avoidant attachment

• None of the above

Which attachment style is characterized by infants or caregivers failing to meet the infant's needs or by being neglectful and inconsistent?

• Secure attachment

• Insecure attachment

• Avoidant attachment

• None of the above

Discuss the interaction of nature and nurture (including cultural variations), specifically social development, in the determination of behavior.

Identify the contributions of major researchers in developmental psychology in the area of cognitive development in childhood.