Developmental Psychology Explained | UGC NET Psychology

In this lecture on Developmental Psychology, Dr. Olivia Kakati Sharma explains the concept of human development across the lifespan, including cognitive, emotional, social, and biological development. The session covers key concepts such as Growth vs Development, Heinz Werner’s contribution to developmental psychology, Integration and Differentiation, lifespan development, and quantitative vs qualitative changes in development. This lecture is especially useful for UGC NET Psychology, MA Psychology Entrance, MA Clinical Psychology students, and psychology aspirants preparing for competitive examinations. Save this video for revision and share it with fellow psychology students. Topics Covered: Meaning and scope of Developmental Psychology Human development across the lifespan Biological, cognitive, emotional, and social development Growth vs Development Heinz Werner’s theory Integration and Differentiation Quantitative vs qualitative changes Development as progression toward maturity Developmental changes over time Useful For: UGC NET Psychology MA Psychology Entrance MA Clinical Psychology Psychology revision and conceptual learning Competitive psychology examinations