Developmental

Psychology 101:
Theories, Stages,
& Research

made by Abeshov Adil

 Definition

a scientific approach which aims

to explain growth, change and
consistency though the lifespan.
Bowlby’s
attachment
theory

the most famous theory of social development

This theory clearly illustrates the importance of attachment

styles for a child's future development.
Freud's theory of
psychosexual development.
childhood experiences and unconscious
desires influence behavior

At each stage, the child faces conflicts that play

a significant role in development

Freud believed that early experience plays the

most important role in shaping development
Fascinating case studies
and research results
 Little Albert

Albert was exposed to several

neutral stimuli including
cotton wool, masks, a white
rat, rabbit, monkey, and dog

Loud noise was coupled with the

initially neutral stimulus, Albert
became very distressed and
developed a phobia of the object
Developmental Сonsiders children’s
psychological, emotional, and
Psychology in intellectual characteristics
Education Students should be kept in control of their
emotions and behavior to improve learning.
This means using attention, organization,
memory strategies, and planning.

Teachers can develop and develop

creative thinking using innovative
approaches to learning.
 Latif, S., PhD. (2022, July 14). Developmental
Psychology 101: Theories, Stages, & Research.

Reference PositivePsychology.com. Retrieved September 17,

2022, from
https://positivepsychology.com/developmental-
psychology-stages/#theories