Developmental

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Developmental

Advantages

  • Lab expts -> high control
  • Deterministic?
  • Useful
  • Longitudinal methods show changes over time

Disadvantages

  • Low Ecological Validity
  • Low Generalisability
  • Ethics (children)
  • Reductionist?

Evaluation

Assumes that there are clearly identifiable, systematic changes that influence an individuals behaviour from birth to death. These changes can be cognitive or social and are influenced by biological development, social learning, observation and childhood experiences. Core Studies: Bandura, Samuel and Bryant, Freud Forensic Studies: Farrington, Kohlberg, Sutherland, Wikstrom and Tafel Health Studies: McGrath, Bandura and Adams

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