This pathfinder is intended to be used by Ms. Hall's psychology students beginning a research process on developmental psychology.
What are the key cognitive changes that occur in childhood, adolescence and adulthood?
How do nature (genetics) and nurture (environment) interact to influence our developmental outcomes?
What are critical periods for brain development and how do early experiences shape neural pathways?
How does understanding developmental psychology improve certain policies related to healthcare, mental health and family support?
How do individuals progress through all of the developmental stages and what factors infleunce the timing and outcomes of development?
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Machluf K, Liddle J, Bjorklund D (2014). Evolutionary Psychology.
Articles:
American Psychology Association
Podcasts:
Developmental Psychology Podcasts
Infographics:
Videos:
Ted Talk on how parents affect child development
Ted Talk on When are actually are an adult
An online dictionary offering more than 25,000 authoritative entries across 90 subfields of psychology.
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The Gale Encyclopedia of Psychology
Explores the field of psychology that examines how human behavior changes as a person matures by focusing on biological, emotional, physical, cognitive and social changes that are age related, sequential and long lasting
Encyclopedia of the Life Course and Human Development
Provides an overview of the contributions of Margaret and Paul Baltes to the field of Lifespan Psychology and Gerontology. They were both prominent figures in understanding human development throughout the entire lifespan with a particular focus on aging.
International Encyclopedia of the Social Sciences
Provides an overview of developmental psychology, which focuses on understanding the changes and continuities in human development from infancy to old age. It explores various factors influencing human growth, including physical, cognitive, emotional and social aspects. It also explores different theories, methodologies, and perspectives to understand human growth and change through life.