Development

2. In Piaget's theory of cognitive development, the process of modifying existing cognitive structures (schemas) to incorporate new information or experiences.
4. In Piaget's theory, the tendency for children to perceive the world solely from their own perspective, struggling to understand alternative viewpoints.
6. Swiss psychologist renowned for his work on cognitive development, proposing a theory that includes stages such as sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational.
7. Psychologist known for his studies with rhesus monkeys, emphasizing the importance of comfort and emotional support in attachment.
9. Specialized cells in the brain that fire both when an individual performs an action and when they observe someone else carrying out the same action, contributing to social cognition.
10. A pattern of attachment behavior indicating a lack of a secure base and potential difficulties in forming trusting relationships, as per attachment theory.
11. The junction between nerve cells where electrochemical communication occurs, allowing for the transmission of signals (neurotransmitters).
12. The natural process of growth and development that occurs over time, leading to the emergence of various biological, cognitive, emotional, and social abilities.

1. In cognitive psychology, a mental framework or organized pattern of thought that individuals use to interpret and understand the world around them.
3. A specific period of time frame during development when an organism is particularly sensitive to certain environmental stimuli, crucial for the acquisition of specific skills or traits.
5. The emotional bond formed between individuals, often referring to the strong connection between caregivers and infants.
8. In Piaget's theory, the understanding that certain properties of an object remain constant despite changes in its appearance.