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Dynamic Systems Theory and the Complexity of Change
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In this article, the authors discuss the central concepts of a new theory of development (dynamic systems theory) to highlight the way in which a theory can dramatically alter views of what intervention is all about.Abstract:
The central thesis of this paper is that grand theories of development are alive and well and should be paramount to those interested in behavioral intervention. Why? Because how we think about development affects how we approach treatment. Here I discuss the central concepts of a new theory of development—dynamic systems theory—to highlight the way in which a theory can dramatically alter views of what intervention is all about. Rather than focusing on one root of maladaptive behavior such as biological predispositions, environmental causes, or motivational states, dynamic systems theory presents a flexible, time-dependent, and emergent view of behavioral change. I illustrate this new view with a case study on how infants develop the motivation to reach for objects. This example highlights the complex day-by-day and week-by-week emergence of new skills. Although such complexity presents daunting challenges for intervention, it also offers hope by emphasizing that there are multiple pathways toward change.read more
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The Self-Compassion Scale is a Valid and Theoretically Coherent Measure of Self-Compassion
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Variable-Centered, Person-Centered, and Person-Specific Approaches: Where Theory Meets the Method
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Development of the emotional brain.
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Motivational Dynamics in Language Learning: Change, Stability, and Context.
TL;DR: The authors micro-map the motivational dynamics of 4 language learners during their language lessons over a period of two weeks, using a novel instrument-the Motometer-combined with classroom observations and a questionnaire on motivation and attitude.
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Mindblindness : An Essay on Autism and Theory of Mind
TL;DR: The four steps autism and mindblindness how brains read minds the language of the eyes mindreading - back to the future was discussed in evolutionary psychology and social chess mindreading as discussed by the authors.
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Theory of mind.
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TL;DR: For example, Frith as discussed by the authors showed that children with autism have a specific problem with theory-of-mind tasks, such as looking for the hidden chocolate in the cupboard.
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Theory of Mind
TL;DR: Only from age five or so do children show full understanding of the situation and become able to explain exactly why Maxi has a false belief, and even 15-month-olds can be shown to have an inkling of what is going on.