Prior to beginning work on this discussion, please read the required Baltes (1987) articles for this week.
For your initial post, choose one contemporary issue or problem related to developmental psychology that is prevalent in today’s news and research a minimum of one peer-reviewed article on this issue in the University of Arizona Global Campus Library. Evaluate the issue based on one of the theoretical perspectives (Freuds Psychosexual Theory, Eriksons Psychosocial Theory, Piagets Theory of Cognitive Development, etc.) that we have studied across this course. Explain how the theory provides a deeper understanding of the contemporary issue. Propose one well-developed solution to address the issue or problem.
COVID-19 pandemic
Weeland, J., Keijsers, L., & Branje, S. (2021). Introduction to the special issue: Parenting and family dynamics in times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Developmental Psychology, 57(10), 15591562. https://doi.org/10.1037/dev0001252
- Explain why an institution in Canada would prefer hyflex methods over in person.
- Explain how the theory provides a deeper understanding of the contemporary issue.
- What potential effects would themes such as the clients culture, ethnicity, family, education, and gender have on the situation and recommendation(s)?
- In what ways has Amirs character been shaped or influenced by others?
- Critically discuss the concept of Quality of life, including its application and value of understanding mental health burdens.
- Discuss and analyze the ethical considerations for research and practice with the selected developmental stage.
- Write a research paper based on what you’ve learned thus far, and do some critical thinking.
- Dunaways article Music and Politics in the United States. Apply the typologies to the songs of hip hop and rap. What difference do these songs make to the politics and law of the time?
- In your opinion, is the antiquity of a state a compelling argument to justify international support/recognition of an independence movement?
- Explain your answer with specific examples from your assigned reading and media.
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