The Complexity of Psychological Development

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Flashcards about psychological development, hereditary and environmental factors.

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Psychological development

An individual’s cognitive, emotional and social growth over time.

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Hereditary factors (aka nature)

Factors that influence development, which are genetically passed down from biological parents to their children.

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Genetic predisposition

An increased likelihood to develop certain traits, including diseases, if certain conditions are met.

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Environmental factors (aka nurture)

Factors from an individual’s physical or social surroundings that influence development.