In-Depth Life Span Development Practice Test: Preschool to Middle Adulthood

What is Erikson's stage for a child who enjoys trying new activities but feels bad when they fail?

The child is experiencing Initiative vs. Guilt.

What best describes preschool self-concept?

based on physical traits and abilities.

What type of play is represented when a child builds a tower with blocks?

This is an example of Constructive play.

What type of play involves watching other kids play but not joining?

This is Onlooker play.

What do false belief tests measure?

tests measure Theory of Mind.

What parenting style is characterized by strict rules and low warmth?

This is Authoritarian parenting.

What type of aggression is spreading rumors?

This is Relational aggression.

What motor skills are used when writing neatly?

Fine motor skills.

What characterizes ADHD?

characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity.

What does Piaget's concept of conservation refer to?

refers to understanding that quantity remains the same despite changes in shape or appearance.

What is metamemory?

thinking about memory and understanding how memory works.

What does ZPD stand for in Vygotsky's theory?

stands for Zone of Proximal Development, which is what a child can do with help.

What type of intelligence is problem-solving ability associated with?

associated with Fluid intelligence.

What does feeling capable and successful relate to in Erikson's stages?

It relates to the stage of Industry.

What does Kohlberg's moral development focus on?

focuses on reasoning.

What is true about bullying?

includes social exclusion.

What are primary sex characteristics?

includes reproductive organs.

What does the prefrontal cortex control?

controls decision-making.

What eating disorder is characterized by fear of gaining weight and starvation?

This is Anorexia.

What stage of Piaget involves abstract thinking?

occurs in the Formal operational stage.

What does egocentrism in adolescence refer to?

refers to the belief that everyone is focused on oneself, often seen as the Imaginary audience.

What do adolescents struggle with according to Erikson?

struggle with Identity.

What does actively exploring identity represent in Marcia's theory?

This represents Moratorium.

What is postformal thinking?

flexible and realistic.

What is the main conflict in early adulthood according to Erikson?

The main conflict is Intimacy.

What are the components of Sternberg's love theory?

includes Intimacy, Passion, and Commitment.

What does homogamy refer to in relationships?

refers to people tending to marry similar others.

What is presbyopia?

difficulty seeing close objects, often due to aging.

What is age-related hearing loss called?

called Presbycusis.

What characterizes a Type A personality?

competitive and stressed.

What does generativity in Erikson's theory involve?

involves helping future generations.

What is the sandwich generation?

refers to adults caring for both their children and aging parents.

What does the cycle of abuse include?

includes Calm, Abuse, and Honeymoon phases.

What does the honeymoon phase in the cycle of abuse do?

reinforces emotional attachment and continuation of the cycle.