Human Growth and Development

Carl Rogers, another key humanistic psychologist, believed in everyone’s potential for positive growth. He introduced the concept of unconditional positive regard , which means accepting and valuing someone as worthy of love regardless of their behavior. For example: ●​ A therapist offering unconditional support helps individuals grow and overcome challenges. ●​ Parents showing unconditional love create a secure environment for children to develop confidence. E. Stage-Based Theories Stage-based theories suggest that development occurs in distinct, sequential stages, each representing a different way of thinking, feeling, or behaving. Cognitive Development Theories Cognitive development theories explore how people think, reason, and solve problems over time. Unlike learning theories, which focus on external influences (e.g., rewards and punishments), cognitive development theories examine internal mental processes and how understanding evolves throughout life. Piaget’s Stages of Cognitive Development

Piaget proposed that children move through four stages of cognitive development, going from infants who are only capable of simple sensations and movements to adolescents and adults who can execute complex tasks of abstract reasoning.

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