A) What do developmental psychologists mean by continuous and discontinuous (re: stages of development)? Briefly describe and explain these concepts.♣ How do either/both of these concepts relate to your own experiences (with either your own/someone else’s children, or simply relating to your life experiences, developmental progressions)?
♣ B) What do developmental psychologists mean by nature vs nurture? Briefly define and explain these concepts.♣ In terms of your own life experiences, what are your views on/experiences with either the stability (early influences of heredity or environment) or plasticity concepts? Briefly explain.