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WK 4 DB: Theory, Metatheory, Nature/Nurture, Human Genome Project

As I read through modules three and four, was the theories and experiments and their

similarities in the results. Each theorists shared their assumptions that learned behavior in a

child’s early years can have lifelong effects that will show up into their adult years. An example

would be an investigation from Bandura indicating if a child observes behavior (whether bad or

good), the child will mimic that behavior. A study conducted by Bowlby displayed interactions

between the child and the parent affected the child by the time they reached adulthood

(positively or negatively). The similarities between the two researchers display the actions that a

child observed from adults is a blueprint that can be carry-on throughout that child’s life,

whether good or bad. The Bible tells us in Proverbs 22:6, “Train up a child in the way he should

go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Some people do not realize that young

children observe and mimic our actions.

The experiments conducted was not a major surprise to me, but I was interested in the

HGP (Human Gnome Project). It was a surprise to me on the amount of support they received

from the government, and the lack there of from the psychology and biology community. I knew

nothing about this project and the benefits pertaining to our everyday lives. Bowlby’s hypothesis

was captivating as it displayed crucial interactions between the parent and the child as it would

encourage the child’s path into adulthood (whether be positive or negative influence). Bowlby

presented concrete verifications on how the lack of, and nurturing parent/child interactions can

play a part in the child’s relationships moving forward.

In conclusion, I want to talk about the nature/nurture controversy as it relates to my

Christian perspective. I believe that nature/nurture discussion will be around for years to come.

The foundation of the controversy stems from questioning whether there remain a set of innate

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conceptions that support and make-up early metaphysical development. I am a parent and a

believer in the Word of God. We must learn to equip ourselves with the knowledge of the Word

so that it guides us to rebuke negative actions and words coming from our mouths into the

atmosphere. I know the saying, “do not talk about it. Be about it,” goes a long way when you

practice what you preach.

References

Holman KJV study bible (2012). Holman Bible Publishers.

Lerner, R. M. (2018). Concepts and Theories of Human Development (4th ed.). Routledge.

ISBN: 9781848728318.

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PSYC 725

Discussion Assignment Instructions

Directions: You will post one thread of at least 300 words of the assigned week.

For each thread, students must support their assertions with at least 2 scholarly citations and references in APA format.

Any sources cited must have been published within the last five years unless the student is citing classic or historical theoretical information or research. Acceptable sources include course materials, scholarly peer-reviewed sources, and/or the Bible, in current APA format, with at least 1 of the sources being from course materials or scholarly, peer-reviewed articles or texts.

Single-spacing is appropriate in the discussions. The student will not be penalized if the references in the discussions are not in hanging indentation format, due to the difficulty that sometimes occurs with formatting discussions. First person is acceptable in the discussions.

Post-First: This course utilizes the post-first feature in all Discussions. This means you will only be able to read and interact with your classmates’ threads after you have submitted your thread in response to the provided prompt.

Discussion Thread: Theory, Metatheory, Nature/Nurture, Human Genome Project

As you engage with the material for Modules 3 and 4, what issues come up for you? What are your thoughts and feelings about the topics? Share your perspectives on the material, and support your perspectives with material from the course and/or other scholarly sources. Some topics and questions to consider are:

Were there any topics in the Modules 3 and 4 that were particularly interesting to you? If so, which ones, and why?

Was there anything in Modules 3 and 4 that seemed surprising to you or different from what you previously thought? If so, what, and why? How was it different or surprising?

Which theory or theories (and theorist or theorists) of development do you find more compelling? Which appear to be more supported by research? Defend your answer.

Discuss any of the videos and other course materials that you find particularly interesting. What does the material have to offer the field of developmental psychology/science?

What are the implications of the human genome project for developmental psychology?

Discuss the nature/nurture controversy as it relates to one or more theories and/or as it relates to a Christian perspective.

Discuss the difference between a theory and a metatheory. How have developmental theories evolved over time?

You are not limited to these questions and topics, and you do not need to answer all the questions or address all the topics posed above. They are suggested to provide a starting point for your thought processes. Share your own ideas that relate to the topics of the module, and pose questions of your own if you wish. First person is acceptable in the discussions.

Resources:

· Read: Lerner: Chapter 6 – 7 (Book Attached)

· Watch: Developmental Psychology Theories 3: Ethological/Attachment and Humanistic Development Theories

· Watch: Harlow’s Studies on Dependency in Monkeys

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrNBEhzjg8I

· Watch: Psychotherapy – John Bowlby

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LM0nE81mIE

· Watch: The Strange Situation – Mary Ainsworth

· Watch: Secure, Insecure, Avoidant, Ambivalent Attachment

· Explore: The Human Genome Project

https://www.genome.gov/human-genome-project

· Explore: Minnesota center for Twin and Family Research

https://mctfr.psych.umn.edu/

· Explore: Positive Psychology Center

https://ppc.sas.upenn.edu/