Dybdahl's research among Somali mothers and their children described the specific
components of the developmental niche of the inhabitants of Mogadishu. The first
component of their developmental niche includes
a. their totemic belief system and expectations about development.
b. the child's informal education.
c. their nomadic way of life, with its emphasis on the extended family and clan.
d. the psychology of the child's caretakers, which is characterized by both
traditionalism and modernism.
c
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One reason why social psychologists use the scientific method when they study human behavior is to
a. encourage social psychologists to conduct more basic rather than applied research. b. allow other social psychologists to attempt to replicate the findings. c. ensure that the right people get credit for the research. d. provide a solid theoretical foundation for social psychological research.
Nicole is considering sending her 8-month-old son Austin to a new academic learning center where infants are trained with letter and number flash cards. What would be the best advice to give her on the likely effects of this program?
A. Austin will likely score 10 to 15 points higher in IQ than agemates who attend do not attend this kind of program. B. Although this program will not likely raise Austin's IQ, it will probably help him learn to read more quickly. C. This program is as effective as a traditional early childhood program in promoting cognitive development. D. This program could overwhelm Austin and cause him to withdraw, thereby threatening his interest in learning.