The purpose of the discussion board assignments is to provide you with an appreciation of the importance of “human development over the lifespan.” The following assignment tasks will also provide you with some “hands on experience” in learning more about this dynamic area as it pertains to the discipline of psychology.
Summative Discussion Board
Review and reflect on the knowledge you have gained from this course thus far. Based on your review and reflection, write at least 400-600 words on the following:
In what ways does social media – Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, even texting – have an impact on teenagers’ development? You should consider all three domains: physical (e.g. weight, activity, geographical access, etc.), social (e.g. identity, bullying, sexual content, friendships, etc.), and cognitive (e.g. attention, bias, content, etc.).
