3 explanation levels:
1. Behavioural (what we see) 2. Cognitive (thought processes) 3. Biological (neural explanations, genetics, biochemistry)
Examples: Behavioural = motor development Cognitive = solving maths Biological = Learning info
Studies: Physical, social, cognitive, emotional.
- Neonate = 0-1 month Infancy = 0-2 years Preschooler = 2-5 years
- School-age = 5-12 years Adolescent = 12-18 years Childhood = 2-12 years
- Late adulthood = 65+
Historical foundations: Philosophy - blank slate, future predetermined, how do we learn?
Biology = causes of individual differences, psychological development = biological development
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