Lesson #10 Flashcards

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define empathy :

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appreciation for another person’s emotional state

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What is aggression?

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Behaviour intended to cause harm that is not socially acceptable.

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What does aggression aim to do?

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Cause harm to people or objects.

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Why is intent important in defining aggression?

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The person means to cause harm.

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How does an individual’s motive relate to aggression?

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Motives help explain why the aggressive act happened.

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Why does context matter when defining aggression?

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Different situations can change whether behaviour is seen as aggression.

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What are the two main types of aggression shown here?

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Relational aggression and hostile aggression.

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What is relational aggression?

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Hurting someone through social relationships (e.g., rumors, exclusion).

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What is hostile aggression?

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Physical or verbal harm done out of anger.

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How does relational aggression usually harm others?

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By damaging friendships or social status.

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How does aggression often differ between girls and boys?

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Girls → more relational/social;
Boys → more physical.

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How does hostile aggression usually appear?

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More physical, like hitting or yelling.

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What type of aggression is more common in girls?

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Relational aggression (rumors, ignoring, name-calling).

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What type of aggression is more common in boys?

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Physical aggression (fighting, physical altercations).

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what gender is really more agreesive ?

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both

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Why might aggression look different between genders?

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They tend to express aggression in different ways.

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what gender is more physically aggressive?

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boys

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which gender is more relational agreesion ?

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girls

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What are the two stages of moral development according to Piaget?

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Heteronomous morality and autonomous morality.

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What is heteronomous morality?

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Following rules strictly and obeying authority (ages 4–7).

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What is autonomous morality?

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Understanding rules are made by people and can change (age 10+).

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Who proposed this theory of moral development?

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Kohlberg

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What did Kohlberg study?

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Stages of moral reasoning.

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How did Kohlberg study moral reasoning?

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By giving moral dilemma stories.

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What did Kohlberg ask children after the stories?
Questions about why they made their moral choice.
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What is Kohlberg’s Level 1 called?
Preconventional reasoning
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What is Stage 1 (Heteronomous morality)?
Right vs wrong is based on punishment and obedience.
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What is Stage 2 (Self-interest)?
Choices are based on what benefits me.
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What is Stage 1
Heteronomous morality
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What is Stage 2
Self-interest
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What is Kohlberg’s Level 2 called?
Conventional reasoning.
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What is Stage 3 (Conformity)?
Being good to please others and gain approval.
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What is Stage 3 ?
Conformity
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What is Stage 4 ?
social systems and law and order
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What is Stage 4 (Law and Order)?
Following rules and laws to keep social order.
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What is Kohlberg’s Level 3 called?
Postconventional reasoning.
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What is Stage 5 (Individual rights)?
Laws should protect basic rights and can be changed. - focused on individuals and protecting human rights
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What is Stage 6 (Universal ethical principles)?
Moral decisions are based on universal values like justice and equality.
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What is Stage 5 ?
Individual rights
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What is Stage 6 ?
Universal ethical principles
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Which Kohlberg stages usually occur before age 9?
Stage 1 (Heteronomous) and Stage 2 (Self-interest).
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Which Kohlberg stages usually develop by early adolescence?
Stage 3 (Conformity) and Stage 4 (Law & Order).
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Which Kohlberg stages usually develop in the 20s or later (if at all)?
Stage 5 (Individual rights) and Stage 6 (Universal ethical principles).
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Do all people reach Stages 5 and 6?
no — some people never reach them
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what are some critisisms of Kohlberg's stages ?
- focus on thought rather than behaviour - cultural bias - minimized family influence - gender bias
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What is one criticism of Kohlberg’s theory?
It focuses on thinking, not actual behavior.
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What does cultural bias mean in Kohlberg’s theory?
It may not apply well to all cultures.
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What important influence does Kohlberg minimize?
Family influence on moral development.
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What is the gender bias criticism?
The theory may reflect a more male-centered view of morality.
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Who is usually the child’s main caregiver?
Mothers are still the predominant caregiver.
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What does maternal sensitivity mean?
A mother’s ability to notice and respond to a child’s needs.
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Why is maternal responsiveness important?
It supports healthy socio-emotional development.
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Does caregiving depend only on biology?
No — social norms and roles also play a role.
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What are the three roles of parents in child development?
- direct training - models - manage the lives of their children
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What type of stimulation do fathers often provide?
Physical and social stimulation.
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How are fathers generally involved in caregiving compared to mothers?
Usually less involved, but can be just as responsive.
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How do fathers often interact with children?
Through physical and social play.
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What does it mean that parents manage their children’s lives?
They organize and guide their child’s environment.
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How do parents act as models?
Children copy their parents’ behavior.
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Can fathers be effective caregivers?
Yes — they can be just as responsive as mothers
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Why are parents important role models?
Kids learn by watching what parents do
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What does direct training mean?
Teaching children how to behave and interact.
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Give an example of parents managing a child’s life.
Choosing neighborhoods, schools, or activities.
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How do parents influence children early on?
They set up experiences early in life.
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how many parenting styels ?
4
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Why is the parents’ role important overall?
Parents strongly shape social and emotional development.
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what are the four parenting styles we discussed?
- authoritarian - permissive - authoritative - uninvolved (neglectful)
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What is an authoritarian parenting style?
Strict rules, expect obedience, little explanation.
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What is a permissive parenting style?
Few rules; the child has the final say.
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How do authoritarian parents view mistakes?
As failure, often punished.
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What is an authoritative parenting style?
Rules with explanations, support, and discussion.
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What outcomes are linked to authoritative parenting?
Higher self-esteem and better social skills.
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What outcomes are linked to uninvolved parenting?
More aggression, lower self-esteem, higher risk behaviors.
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What is an uninvolved (neglectful) parenting style?
Emotionally detached, little guidance or support.
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What child outcome is linked with authoritative parents?
Self-reliant, socially competent children.
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What are the three main factors that may influence parenting styles?
Parent’s behavior, child’s behavior, and a third factor.
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How can a parent’s behavior influence a child?
Parenting style shapes how the child develops.
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How can a child’s behavior influence parents?
An easy or cooperative child may lead to authoritative parenting.
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What is the “third factor” explanation?
Another factor influences both parents and child.
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Give examples of third factors that influence both.
Education, income, marriage quality, shared genes.
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Why is it hard to say parenting style causes child behavior?
Influence can go both ways or come from a third factor.
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What does the “only child” research suggest?
Only children often have higher self-esteem.
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How does family size affect sibling relationships?
Siblings in smaller families are often closer.
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Why are sibling relationships unique?
They are usually the longest-lasting relationships in life.
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Is birth order a strong predictor of personality?
No, it is not a good predictor.
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What traits are sometimes linked to older siblings?
Better academically, follow rules more, more responsible.