Asked by
Anna Beth Oneal
on Dec 04, 2024Verified
The term plasticity reminds us that:
A) human development is linear.
B) critical and sensitive periods predict developmental outcomes.
C) developmental change is possible.
D) human traits are mostly inborn.
Plasticity
The idea that abilities, personality, and other human characteristics are moldable, and thus can change.
Critical Periods
Specific times during early life when the presence or absence of certain experiences can have profound and lasting effects on the development of physiological or behavioural traits.
Developmental Change
Developmental change encompasses the physical, cognitive, and emotional growth and transformations that occur in human beings throughout their lifespan, from birth to old age.
- Acknowledge the theory of plasticity in human development and its implications.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the theory of plasticity in human development and its implications.