CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Scientists have identified genetic links between a set of psychological factors known as ‘the big five’ personality traits-extraversion, neuroticism, agreeableness, conscientiousness, and openness to experience-and say they could also influence risk factors for certain psychiatric disorders.

Detailed explanation-2: -What are some examples of nature vs. nurture? Eye color and skin pigmentation are examples of “nature” because they are present at birth and determined by inherited genes. Language and having a regional accent are learned after birth and occur through “nurture."

Detailed explanation-3: -Trait theories of personality imply personality is biologically based, whereas state theories such as Bandura’s (1977) Social Learning Theory emphasize the role of nurture and environmental influence.

Detailed explanation-4: -The term is often refers to the “natural environment” or wilderness-wild animals, rocks, forest, beaches, and in general areas that have not been substantially altered by humans, or which persist despite human intervention.