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Bronfenbrenner's theory, also known as the ecological systems theory, posits that human development is influenced by different types of environmental systems that interact with one another. These systems range from immediate settings like family and school to broader societal influences such as culture and policy, emphasizing the complex interplay between an individual and their environment over time.
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The microsystem is the immediate environment in which an individual interacts, such as family, school, and peers, and plays a crucial role in shaping their development and behavior. It is the first level of Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, emphasizing the direct and active engagement of the individual in their surroundings.
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The mesosystem is a component of Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, highlighting the interconnections between various microsystems in an individual's life, such as family, school, and peer groups. It emphasizes how interactions between these environments influence an individual's development and experiences.
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The exosystem is a component of Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory, which describes the larger social system that indirectly influences an individual's development. It encompasses environments and institutions that do not directly involve the individual but still have a significant impact through their effects on the individual's microsystems, such as a parent's workplace or community services.
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The macrosystem is a layer in Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory that encompasses the broader cultural and societal influences impacting an individual's development. It includes elements such as cultural values, economic conditions, and political systems that shape the environment in which smaller systems operate.
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The chronosystem is a component of Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory that encompasses the dimension of time, reflecting how life transitions and historical events influence an individual's development. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how personal and societal changes over time interact with other ecological systems to shape human behavior and growth.
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Ecological Systems Theory, developed by Urie Bronfenbrenner, posits that human development is influenced by different types of environmental systems, ranging from immediate settings like family to broader societal contexts. It emphasizes the interconnectedness of these systems and how they interact to shape an individual's growth and behavior over time.
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Developmental psychology is the scientific study of how and why human beings change over the course of their life, encompassing physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development from infancy through old age. It seeks to understand the complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and cultural influences on growth and behavior at different life stages.
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Contextual influences refer to the various environmental, social, and cultural factors that shape individual behaviors, perceptions, and decisions. These influences can significantly impact outcomes in areas such as psychology, marketing, and education by altering how information is interpreted and acted upon.
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Human development is a multidimensional process that focuses on improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals and communities, emphasizing the expansion of people's freedoms and opportunities. It encompasses economic growth, social progress, and environmental sustainability, aiming to create conditions where individuals can lead productive, creative lives in accordance with their needs and interests.
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Interrelated systems are networks of components that interact with each other to form a complex whole, where the behavior of each component can affect and be affected by the others. Understanding these systems requires analyzing the relationships and dependencies between components to predict changes and responses within the system.
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