4 Surprising Truths About How We Grow, According to Developmental Psychology
4 Surprising Truths About How We Grow, According to Developmental Psychology How does a toddler eventually learn that the face in the photograph isn't just a face, but their face? This question—how we develop a sense of self and countless other abilities—is at the heart of developmental psychology. When we think of "development," our minds often go to baby pictures and the so-called formative years of childhood. While this period is incredibly important, it’s only the first chapter of a much longer story. The field of developmental psychology studies the entire human journey, from the first moments of prenatal development to our final days. It explores how we grow and change physically, cognitively, socially, and emotionally across our entire lifespan. This article will reveal several surprising truths from this field, showcasing how the discipline of applied developmental psychology uses theoretical knowledge to solve real-world problems and challenge common assumpt...
