Cognitive development studies information processing and understanding in children. Development occurs through genetic and environmental factors. Four main stages: reasoning, intelligence, language, and memory
Collection of Erikson's major essays on adolescent identity crisis. Identity is both unfathomable and pervasive in individual and cultural contexts. Essays represent decades of groundbreaking work, combining clinical and theoretical analysis. Includes case studies of Shaw and James, exploring individual struggles and social order
Personality psychology studies how personality develops and influences behavior. Personality encompasses thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that shape identity. Personality is influenced by genetics, upbringing, and life experiences
Child development was largely ignored throughout history. Interest in child development emerged early 20th century. Modern theories focus on typical development and milestones
Five main theories: biological, behavioral, psychodynamic, humanistic, and trait. Biological theories emphasize genetics and heredity. Behavioral theories focus on individual-environment interaction. Psychodynamic theories emphasize unconscious mind and childhood experiences. Humanist theories emphasize free will and personal growth
Erikson proposed eight stages of personality development from infancy to adulthood. Theory influenced by biological, psychological and social factors throughout life. Each stage involves resolving a crisis that impacts personality development