Question

Lucy wants to study changes in cognitive skills, moral reasoning, and social behavior across the lifespan. Lucy should specialize in ________ psychology.
a. personality
b. cognitive
c. developmental
d. social

Answer 1

Answer: A. developmental psychology

Explanation:

Developmental psychology examines our physical, cognitive, and social development across the life span, with a focus on three major issues: Nature and nurture.

Developmental psychologists study a wide range of theoretical areas, such as biological, social, emotion, and cognitive processes.