DOMAINS

OF
DEVELOPMENT
 Biological Development:

• Biological development refers to the

physical changes and growth that occur in
an individual's body over time. This
includes processes such as growth in
height and weight, changes in body
proportions, the development of motor
skills, and the onset of puberty.
 Cognitive Development:

• Cognitive development refers to the

growth and maturation of an
individual's intellectual abilities and
mental processes. It encompasses
how people learn, think, reason, solve
problems, and acquire knowledge and
skills throughout their lifespan.
Socioemotional Development:
• Socioemotional development involves the
maturation of an individual's social and
emotional capacities. This includes the
development of social skills, relationships
with others, self-awareness, emotional
regulation, empathy, and the ability to
understand and manage one's own
emotions and those of others.
ASSESMENT
1.What term describes the physical changes and growth that occur
in an individual's body over time?

A) Psychological development
b) Biological development
c) Emotional development
d) Intellectual development

2.What does cognitive development refer to?

a) Physical changes in the body

b) Maturation of social skills
c) Growth of intellectual abilities
d) Emotional regulation
3.Which of the following is NOT a component of socioemotional development?
a) Development of social skills
b) Intellectual growth
c) Emotional regulation
d) Relationships with others

4.What does socioemotional development involve?

a) Growth of physical abilities
b) Maturation of social and emotional capacities
c) Acquisition of cognitive skills
d) Development of motor skills

5.Which of the following is a part of socioemotional development?

a) Changes in body proportions
b) Acquiring intellectual abilities
c) Self-awareness and emotional regulation
d) Onset of puberty
ANSWER KEY

1. B
2. C
3. B
4. B
5. C