Themes and methods in developmental psychology

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Nature vs Nurture

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The debate over whether genetics (nature) or environment (nurture) has a more significant influence on development.

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Continuous vs Discontinuous Stages of Development

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Continuous development involves gradual changes, while discontinuous development involves distinct stages.

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Stability vs Change

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The debate over whether personality traits remain stable over time or change throughout life.

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Cross-Sectional Research

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A study that compares individuals of different ages at one point in time to examine age-related differences.

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Longitudinal Research

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A study that follows the same group of individuals over an extended period to observe changes over time.