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In your post, you must address each of the following using scholarly/academic sources (not websites) and properly cite by following APA standards. the textbook is an acceptable source. 

  1. There are a lot of theories about development (see the list below for some of the major comprehensive lifespan theories). Why do we need so many theories? 
    • Psychodynamic Theories
    • Behaviorism 
    • Cognitive Theories
    • Sociocultural Theories
    • Evolutionary Theories
  2. Why is it important for professionals working with children and families to understand the theoretical underpinnings of development across the lifespan?
  3. Most developmentalists prefer an eclectic perspective, choosing what they consider to be the best aspects of each theory. As you progress through your academic and professional careers, you will hone your own eclectic perspective. Which aspects of the developmental theories listed above do you find most compelling in terms of their explanation of how development occurs? Provide a substantive rationale for your selections, taking care to ensure an accurate representation of each theory. 
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