Question

Marjorie has just completed an introductory course in psychology at a local community college. She would like to take another psychology course next semester. The college offers courses in developmental psychology, social psychology, personality psychology, and industrial-organizational psychology. Marjorie is especially interested in change and growth across the life span. Based on this information, Marjorie should consider the course in _____ psychology.

Answer 1

Answer: Developmental

Explanation: Developmental psychology is a branch of psychology which examines changes in human over time. Developmental psychology is aimed at investigating why certain developmental variations occur in human, how these variations occur and how these changes are related to time and age. Developmental psychology examines different developmental patterns through the one's entire life span including physical and psychological variations while also taking into account the effect of nature and environment on human development. Development of motor, cognitive, emotional, language skills are examined in developmental psychology.