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Developmental Fear History, 2004.
A discussion of developmental fear and the theories of Erik Erikson, who is famous for his studies in this area.
2,102 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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This paper explains that Erik Erikson's theory explains how the sense of self that develops in the course of life both relates and sets apart an individual from his or her social environment. The paper then looks at each of the eight stages of development as theorized by Erikson. Erikson?s eight stages are: Infancy (Age 0-1); Toddler (Age 1-2); Early Childhood (Age 2-6); Elementary and Middle School Years (Age 6-12); Adolescence (Age 12-18); Young Adulthood (Age 19-40); Middle Adulthood (Age 40-65); and Late Adulthood (Age 65 to Death).
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"The next stage or crisis that an individual must navigate occurs during the toddler years. In this phase, psychosocial development depends on the successful resolution of autonomy versus doubt or shame, which results due to dramatic changes in physical and language abilities. The natural development of early motor and cognitive skills leads to toddlers experimenting with decreasing their dependence on parents and other adult caregivers. The toddler?s desire for more autonomy leads to ?an extensive negotiation process between the young child and the caregiver, the one demanding to ?do it self mommy? and the other feeling the need to protect the child from harm.? When parents are able to allow the toddler to develop growing competence, self-confidence emerges."
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Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), 2007.
This paper discusses pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), the "umbrella term" for a group of disorders including autism, Asperger's disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, Rett's disorder and non-specific pervasive developmental disorder.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains that all PDD are neurological disorders, which is usually evident by age 3, with the child demonstrating severe and pervasive impairment in the development of social interaction and communication skills. The author points out that intervention programs not only address the child but also the parents and their role in the child developmental process. The paper relates that the Education for All Handicapped Children Act of 1975 and the 1990 amendments support special education by requiring that states provide free special education for all children with disabilities from birth to age 21 years and that children be taught in the "least restrictive environment" possible while also receiving the necessary attention for their special needs.
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"A medical diagnosis can affect many areas of a child and the family's life because of the disorder itself and the attitude and barriers toward the disorder that are within society. When a child has a disorder, they are labeled most of the time disabled. Children who have disabilities face a variety of challenges within their personal lives. A physical disability makes it difficult to perform daily activities, such as performing personal hygiene routines, eating, and simply dressing themselves. These challenges can be overcome by providing a disabled child with assistive devices, help from others,..."
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Pervasive Developmental Disorders, 2002.
A detailed essay covering the diagnosis, symptoms, treatment, prevention and prognosis of each pervasive developmental disorder such as autism, Rett syndrome, etc.
4,075 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 109.95
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A paper which covers the main points of Pervasive Developmental Disorders, including autism, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, Asperger's syndrome, and 'pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified' (PDDNOS). The treatment, prevention, diagnosis, signs and symptoms, and treatment of each disorder is covered.
Table of Contents:
Asperger's Syndrome
What is Asperger?s Syndrome?
Characteristics & Diagnosis
Diagnostic Criteria
Treatment
Autistic Disorder
What is Autism?
Causes, Incidence, Risk Factors
Prevention
Diagnosing Autism
Treatment
Prognosis
Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
What is Childhood Disintegrative Disorder?
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnostic Criteria
Causes, Incidence, Other Risk
Prevention
Diagnosis
Signs and Tests
Prognosis
Treatment
Monitoring the Condition
Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified
What is PPDNOS?
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment
Prognosis
Rett Syndrome
What is Rett Syndrome?
Causes, Incidence
Diagnosis
Signs and Tests
Treatment
Prognosis
What we learned?
Bibliography
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"Early diagnosis and appropriate educational programs are very important to children with autism or PDD. Public Law 105-17, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), includes autism as a disability category. From the age of three, children with autism and PDD are eligible for an educational program appropriate to their individual needs. Educational programs for students with autism or PDD focus on improving communication, social, academic, behavioral, and daily living skills. Behavior and communication problems that interfere with learning sometimes require the assistance of a knowledgeable professional in the autism field who develops and helps to implement a plan which can be carried out at home and school."
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Developmental Studies and Sociology, 2006.
Contrasts and compares the fields of scientific sociology and developmental studies.
2,551 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper examines the fields of scientific sociology and the broader field of developmental studies, examining both similarities and differences in the two fields. The paper explains that while the worlds of scientific sociological investigation and developmental studies are indeed closely related, the field of scientific sociology has yet to overcome a great deal of its "snobbery," before it can work effectively with the newer and broader field of developmental study.
Table of Contents
Thesis Statements
Comparisons and Contrasts of Sociology and Development
The Scientific Sociological Viewpoint
A Typical Example
The 4 S Society
Conclusions
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"The Scientific Sociologist, Psychologists and other professionals in attendance at these various meetings received their "wake-up," calls where this issue was concerned. However, not all agreed that the events of the past quarter-century confirm Mead's precocious reasoning that academic scholars and professional societies have unwisely abdicated public education and cultural leadership to others. Putting it somewhat less politely, academic research relevant to the general public is a challenge that cannot be put off any longer."
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Developmental Disabilities, 2007.
An analysis of effective transition practices for students with developmental disabilities.
3,105 words (approx. 12.4 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 90.95
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This paper discusses how the challenges experienced by individuals who have developmental disabilities necessitate accessibility to transition practices and services. It looks at how these services aid individuals through the fostering of skills and provision of support, which may improve the likelihood that developmental disabilities will not hold individuals back from living up to potential and achieving goals. It contends that providing the skills, resources and support to ensure successful transition to adult life for students with developmental disabilities should be a priority for educators, clinicians and parents. The process should be approached from a longitudinal perspective, beginning in elementary school and extending through high school, into working life, and should continually be monitored and attended to throughout adult life.
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"It is important to evaluate what types of educational and transitional experiences are most conducive to optimal functioning by individuals with developmental disabilities in integrated, post-school settings (Neubert, Moon, Grigal, 2002). Key features of successful transition practices have been identified, such as age-appropriate social interactions with same-age peers, attending classes and social functions on college campuses, working in the community, as well as participation in community-based instruction during the last few years of school (Neubert et al., 2002). Research has indicated a specific need for specialized transition services for individuals with developmental disorders who are between the ages of 18 and 21, which must include choices in regards to education, career, and support services (Neubert et al., 2002). "
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Developmental Disabilities, 2005.
A look at various aspects of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their caretakers.
2,319 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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This paper considers the many challenges and obstacles encountered by individuals with developmental disabilities and the caretakers of those individuals. The paper discusses the stress of caring for someone with a developmental disability, the harmful effects caused by negative stereotyping of the developmentally disabled and functional difficulties that the developmentally disabled experience in society.
Outline
Societal View
Stereotypes
Challenges for Families
Functioning in Society
Assisting Transitions
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"The societal view of people with developmental disabilities such as autism, down's syndrome, and mental retardation is complicated. On the one hand, there is a tradition in Western healthcare of institutionalizing these clients and keeping them separate from society. On the other hand, there is a growing movement for the integration of these individuals into productive roles into society through assisted living, independent living, and other alternatives stressing independence and empowerment of the disabled individual. This is sometimes known as the respective eras of institutionalization and deinstitutionalization in respect to individuals with developmental disabilities and how society views them. Seltzer et. al (2001) remark that "Many agencies that provide services to individuals with mental retardation were created in the era of deinstitutionalization (sic) and many still serve individuals who previously lived in state institutions whose families may not be highly involved."
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Democracy and the Developmental State, 2005.
An analysis of the necessity of a democracy for a developmental economy in the non-Western world.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 2 sources, $ 97.95
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This paper discusses the question of whether democracy is a necessary precondition for a truly developmental state. This paper contends that although there exist valid arguments on both sides of this issue, democracy is not necessary for a developmental state within the parameters as it will be defined in this paper.
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"Democracy and the Developmental State Introduction The question of whether democracy is a necessary precondition for a truly developmental state is one of the most important issues confronting developing economies in the non-Western world in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. In this paper I contend that, although there exist valid arguments on both sides of this issue, democracy is not necessary for a developmental state within the parameters as it will be defined in this paper. As will be seen, the examples of the rapidly industrializing economies of Asia allow us unique insights into this question from a range of cultural perspectives."
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Developmental Theory, 2005.
An overview of developmental theory and its application to a student with hyperactivity disorder.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses developmental theory and applies it to a specific case of a student in elementary school with ADHD, hyperactivity disorder. Within the paper the practice of developmental theory is discussed, and then the theory is applied to the pertinent case. In this instance the child will need to be observed for what he is doing, and assessments made to provide him with a treatment plan.
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"The concept of developmental theory relies on the examination of an individual's life experiences, as well as the person's emotional and physical growth within their society. While there may be standard expectations of growth within certain age groups, there are also elements of growth that can only be determined within each individual (Maier, 1994, p. 58). This is evident when it is considered that each person has varying experiences within life, and that these experiences have a direct affect on the development of every individual. Within the realm of developmental theory a child can be evaluated in several areas. These may include life transitions, personal values, attachments to others, personal interactions, and "trials and errors" (Maier, 1994 p. 59)."
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Childhood Developmental Stages, 2005.
This paper investigates the depiction in films of three childhood developmental stages.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 2 sources, $ 31.95
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This paper examines, using Erik Erikson's developmental model, infancy, toddlerhood, early childhood and middle childhood the way they are depicted in Hollywood movies. The author evaluates whether these stages are accurate depictions or whether they distort the psych-social crisis associated with the developmental stage. The paper includes films "Rebel without a Cause", "Man on Fire", "To Kill a Mockingbird", "The Straight Story" and "Sunset Boulevard".
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"The purpose of this paper is to examine three developmental stages and the way they are depicted in the movies or on television programs emphasizing whether these depictions are accurate."
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Developmental Psychology, 2006.
An in-depth look at developmental psychology.
2,511 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper attempts to address the topic of developmental psychology, also known as human development. This scientific area of study within the field of psychology focuses on the study of the gradual psychological changes that take place in human beings as they mature. The paper discusses how, historically, this subject area dealt primarily with the psychological development in infants and children, and later expanded its focus to other periods of psychological and physical change, such as adolescence and aging.
Outline:
Introduction
History
Categorization by Age and Stage in the Lifecycle
Some Important Theories
Stage Theory
Incremental/Continuous Theories
Social Contextualism
Ecological Systems Theory
Methods Adopted in the Field
Conclusion
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"The thoughts of the Soviet researcher Lev Vygotsky are gradually gaining more popularity in the field of American psychology. In the field of developmental psychology, in specific, his ground-breaking work relating to the significance of social interactions and the so-called "zone of proximal development" is now recognized. Vygotsy based his theory on three premises namely: (a) humans are associated with the physical world and each other by processes of cultural mediation that utilize both psychological and technical tools of the surrounding culture, (b) cultural mediation and, therefore, human psychological functions go through uninterrupted and lifelong alterations, and (c) human psychological functions arise from practical activity in specific contexts. Thus cultural groups have a significant impact on cognition and its development and cognition is a dynamic activity in which the individual both shapes and is shaped by the environmental surroundings. (The Vygotsky Project)"
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Developmental Characteristics, 2005.
This paper discusses a developmental psychology observation project, comparing children in a nursery to animals in the wild.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, $ 62.95
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The paper details a recent study undertaken with the goal of determining how and to what extent human children exhibit the same developmental characteristics as chimpanzees do when they are young. The paper outlines a number of similarities which emerge between the two groups and also unveils the methodology employed to arrive at these conclusions. Finally, the following paper ends by offering some shortcomings of the research conducted and where the authors hope further research will lead in the future.
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Developmental Theories, 2002.
Examines several developmental theories and applies them to high school subjects.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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Using the developmental theories of Piaget, Erikson, Kohlberg, and Skinner, this paper explains how to use them with high school math, English, algebra, and science.
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Developmental Theories of Moral Learning, 2004.
Examines four developmental theories of moral learning.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 87.95
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This paper compares and contrasts the developmental theories of moral learning of Jean Piaget, Lawrence Kohlberg, Elliot Turiel and Carol Gilligan.
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"Thomas defines developmental theories of moral learning as theories that attempt to explain the development of moral thought and moral actions. Such theories, Thomas states, focus on describing how people acquire moral values and how they use these values in their social interactions. The purpose of this paper is to describe, contrast and compare four developmental theories of moral learning. These are the theories of Jean Piaget, Lawrence Kohlberg, Elliot Turiel and Carol Gilligan."
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Erikson?s Eight Developmental Stages, 2002.
This paper examines in depth each of Erikson?s eight developmental stages and compares and contrasts the development of two older adults, Penelope, age 88, and Ralph, age 77.
5,930 words (approx. 23.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 141.95
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In addition to tracing Penelope?s and Ralph?s developmental milestones, this paper also explores their areas of satisfaction and dissatisfaction with their lives and discusses some of the possible reasons why their lives turned out as they did.
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?Over a hundred years ago, William Wordsworth wrote, ?The child is the father of the man.? In other words, who we are and what we experience as children at least partially dictates who we are and what we will do as adults. Erik Erikson?s theory of development followed this point of view. Erikson realized that no adult springs forth fully formed like Athena from the head of Zeus. Rather Erikson hypothesized that each human being goes through distinct developmental stages and that each stage has its own unique crisis or obstacle to overcome. Individuals who successfully navigate the crisis will develop a corresponding ?ego strength.? Those who do not will be left with maladaptive or malignant tendencies.?
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Developmental Assessment, 2004.
A presentation of developmental assessment conducted on a four-year child.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper is a developmental assessment of a four-year-old male child. The paper explains that the observation took place in the child's home setting. The paper focuses on the assessment's findings regarding the interactions between the child, his parents and his three-year old sister.
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"In this observation S-this researcher's four-year-old nephew-was observed in an interaction with his parents and younger sister three years old in his home setting. During the one-hour session S used Lego blocks to construct cars and trains independently..."
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