A new developmental theory from an Iowa State researcher describes how our memory and perception of trauma can evolve over time, shifting with new experiences and as cognitive and emotional ...

Although there is no general theory of cognitive development, the most historically influential theory was developed by Jean Piaget, a Swiss Psychologist (1896-1980). His theory provided many central ...

Analyze the strengths and limitations of various career development theories, including Developmental Theory and Life-as-Career Theory, apply them to career intervention, and discuss emerging theories ...

The term ‘psychosocial’ literally means a combination of psychological and social factors that collectively influence human behavior. For example, studies have shown the relationship between an ...

To a large extent, the human infant is socialized through the acquisition of a specific cognitive mechanism known as theory of mind (ToM), a term which is currently used to explain a related set of ...

If you've ever wondered why some people succeed at learning new skills and knowledge while others fail to grasp basic concepts, you may want to find out more about learning theory. Theories of ...

The maturity of a leader can be instructive in their ability to guide their organization and adapt to a constantly changing business environment. Developmental psychologists are in agreement that the ...

This post was co-written by Brittany Thompson and Dr. Thalia R. Goldstein. The post discusses an academic paper recently published in Developmental Review. Source: Thalia R. Goldstein, used with ...

Q: Why is Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development important? A: Its importance lies in the fact that it provides a holistic view of development throughout the entire lifespan. It also stresses on ...