Causes of Aggression Chapter 12 discusses two broad influences on the development of aggression — biological origins, social influences, and combined biological/social influences (e.g., the interaction of genes and environmental triggers). Find a recent news story in which someone was aggressive and/or antisocial, harming others. Briefly state the facts of the story and then choose […]

Prosocial and Altruistic Behavior Chapter 11 offers ideas about the development of prosocial and altruistic behavior, beginning in infancy. Four determinants of prosocial development are discussed: biological influences, environmental influences, cultural influences, and the empathy/perspective taking that is facilitated by maturation.   Find a recent news story about someone who was praised as being a […]

Social Influences on Gender Typing As discussed in the textbook Chapter 10, most cultures emphasize different characteristics as valued and important for boys/men and girls/women. They also differ in how flexible these expectations are, and how accepting they are of norm violations. How were you socialized with respect to norms for masculinity, femininity, and androgyny? […]

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Assignment Content Create an infographic outlining 3 important early studies/theories in the field of learning and memory. Assume you are creating this infographic to teach your peers in this class. What main principles do you feel should be highlighted for your audience? How will you structure your infographic to emphasize these ideas? Your infographic must […]