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AP Psychology
Unit 3: Development and Learning
3.5 Social-Emotional Development Across the Lifespan
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Stages of social-emotional development across the lifespan
1️⃣ Infancy
2️⃣ Childhood
3️⃣ Adolescence
4️⃣ Adulthood
Theories of
social-emotional
development provide complementary perspectives.
True
Adolescence is a stage where individuals navigate
peer relationships
and develop independence.
True
During adolescence, individuals strive for greater
independence
from their parents.
In infancy, emotional attachments are formed with primary
caregivers
The social and emotional environment shapes an individual's ability to form
relationships
Understanding emotions
involves recognizing and comprehending one's own and others'
feelings
According to Social Learning Theory, people learn social behaviors through
modeling
What is the foundation for healthy social relationships and responsible decision-making, according to the study material?
Secure attachments and social learning
Identity development is a key aspect of social-emotional development during
adolescence
.
True
What are the essential skills for managing emotions in work-life balance during adulthood?
Self-awareness, stress management
What is one method for assessing social-emotional development by observing behavior in natural settings?
Observation
Across what period does social-emotional development occur?
Lifespan
According to Attachment Theory, secure attachments lead to healthy social-emotional
development
Stages of social-emotional development across the lifespan
1️⃣ Infancy
2️⃣ Childhood
3️⃣ Adolescence
4️⃣ Adulthood
Infants form emotional bonds with primary caregivers according to
Attachment
Theory.
Adolescents must learn to manage their emotions during
hormonal
and social changes.
True
Secure attachments in infancy lead to healthy
social-emotional
development.
True
Self-awareness
allows children to manage their emotions and behaviors.
True
Positive relationships with peers foster
empathy
and communication skills.
True
Social-emotional factors are considered when making
responsible
decisions.
True
Secure attachments in infancy are foundational for future
social-emotional
health.
True
During adolescence, social-emotional development is marked by several key
changes
Adolescents must learn to manage their emotions during a period of hormonal and social
changes
The environment, including family and
school
, influences an individual's ability to form relationships and regulate emotions.
True
Assessing social-emotional development helps identify strengths and areas for
improvement
Social-emotional development refers to the process by which a person acquires the ability to understand and express their
emotions
In infancy, emotional regulation is learned through interactions with
caregivers
Match the developmental stage with its key characteristic:
Infancy ↔️ Emotional attachment
Childhood ↔️ Social skills
Adolescence ↔️ Identity development
Adulthood ↔️ Relationship maintenance
What shapes social-emotional skills according to Social Learning Theory?
Reinforcement and punishment
Who developed the concept of emotional intelligence?
Daniel Goleman
What is a key focus of social-emotional development during adolescence?
Peer relationships
What is one method for assessing social-emotional development?
Observation
What is the primary concept of Attachment Theory?
Emotional bonds with caregivers
What is a key emphasis during adolescence in social-emotional development?
Peer relationships
What is a primary emphasis of adolescents in their social-emotional development?
Peer relationships
Match the key aspect of adulthood with its description:
Maintaining Healthy Relationships ↔️ Building and sustaining connections
Managing Emotions in Work-Life Balance ↔️ Regulating emotions for demands
Innate temperament, cognitive abilities, and life experiences can affect the trajectory of social-emotional
development
Steps in supporting positive social-emotional development
1️⃣ Understanding emotions
2️⃣ Expressing emotions
3️⃣ Forming positive relationships
4️⃣ Making responsible decisions