psychological theories sees childrens behaviour as primarily?

a.goal oriented
b.instinctive
c.emotion triggered
d. constant

my answer is a

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psychological theories about children emphasise much more the necessities of explaining behaviour rather than labelling or judging it

psychological theories of developing stress the goal-related character of childrens behaviour.behaviour is always directed towards achieving something

goal=achieving something

so a is right ???

Yes, a is right.

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Thank you so much

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One thing I've always heard from people -- that early psych classes are basically vocabulary classes!! You need to make sure you understand every single word in every single sentence. Use these online dictionaries when you need to look up words:

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and
http://www.onelook.com
Both of these have definitions from several different dictionaries.

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thanks

To determine the correct answer, let's break down each option and consider the characteristics of psychological theories regarding children's behavior.

a. Goal-oriented: This perspective suggests that children's behavior is driven by their desires, motives, and goals. They actively engage in behaviors to achieve their objectives or meet their needs. This viewpoint aligns with several psychological theories, such as behaviorism and social cognitive theory, which emphasize the role of goals and motivations in guiding children's behavior.

b. Instinctive: This viewpoint implies that children's behavior is primarily instinct-driven, meaning their actions are instinctual and biologically predetermined. While instincts can play a role in certain aspects of behavior, psychological theories typically emphasize the influence of environmental factors, learning, and cognition over instinct.

c. Emotion-triggered: This viewpoint suggests that children's behavior is mainly driven by their emotions. It posits that emotional responses or triggers dictate how children behave. Although emotions play a significant role in children's behavior, psychological theories also emphasize cognitive processes, social influences, and environmental factors.

d. Constant: This option implies that children's behavior is constant and unchanging. However, psychological theories recognize that children's behavior is dynamic, developmental, and influenced by various factors such as age, socialization, and individual differences.

Based on the information provided, it is logical to choose option a. Goal-oriented, as it aligns with the emphasis placed by psychological theories on children's behavior being driven by their desires, motivations, and goals.