Factors Affecting Human Growth & Development

What does Gesell's maturation theory say about development?

• It focuses on the influence of genetics and biological timelines.

• It is about the impact of technology on society.

• It discusses the role of education in development success.

• It examines the effects of diet on health.

Define Gesell's maturation theory in the context of Nature & Nurture.

• Gesell's maturation theory emphasizes Nature, referring to genetic inheritance and biological factors.

• Gesell's maturation theory emphasizes Nurture, referring to environmental variables.

• Gesell's maturation theory states that both Nature and Nurture refer to environmental variables.

• Gesell's maturation theory states that both Nature and Nurture refer to genetic inheritance.

Fill in the blank: Gesell's maturation theory strongly contributes to the '______' debate.

• nurture

• nature

• individual vs. society

• conscious vs. unconscious

What are some criticisms of Gesell's maturation theory approach?

• It oversimplifies the interaction between maturation and environmental factors.

• It ignores genetic factors completely.

• It provides a comprehensive explanation for all developmental stages.

• It is widely accepted without any criticism.

What does Bandura's Social Learning Theory suggest about the influence of media on behaviour?

• Media has no impact on behaviour since people only learn from personal experiences.

• Media can influence behaviour if individuals observe and imitate the actions seen in the media.

• Media influences behaviour only in adults, not children.

• Media influences behaviour only through verbal messages, not visual content.

What is meant by "diathesis" in the Stress-Diathesis Model?

• The individual's level of stress.

• An environmental trigger that causes stress.

• A genetic or biological predisposition to develop a mental illness

• A coping mechanism to deal with stress.

In the context of the Stress-Diathesis Model, what could reduce the likelihood of someone developing a mental health disorder?

• Reducing exposure to stress and increasing coping mechanisms, even if a genetic predisposition exists.

• Changing the person’s genetic makeup to reduce the diathesis.

• Avoiding social interactions to reduce stress.

• Taking no action, as mental health disorders are purely genetic.

Which of the following is NOT a key factor in Bandura’s concept of observational learning?

• Attention

• Motivation

• Memory

• Genetics

According to the Stress-Diathesis Model, why do some individuals develop mental health issues when exposed to stress, while others do not?

• Some people have better social support systems.

• Individuals with a genetic predisposition (diathesis) are more vulnerable to stress-related disorders.

• Everyone reacts the same way to stress, but some people hide it better.

• People without mental health education are more likely to develop issues.

How does Gesell's Maturation Theory explain why children develop at different rates?

• Faster development is the result of early childhood interventions and structured learning.

• Children develop at different rates based on their exposure to education and social interaction.

• Differences in development are caused primarily by variations in parenting styles.

• Every child's development follows their own biological timetable, though the sequence of stages is the same.