Stage Theories of Development - These are just two examples but can you think of other theories and examples mentioned in the readings that support this "stage" idea? And do you agree or disagree with the concept of stages?
As we have learned about throughout the course, there are many theorists who feel that if individuals do not progress through a series of changes, in a certain order, than their development will be affected. Take Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development for example. There are 4 stages of cognitive growth - sensorimotor, preo