Life-span development chap 3 notes

I. Evolutionary Selection A. Natural Selection: the evolutionary process that favors individuals if a species that are best adapted to survive and reproduce 1. Charles Darwin - Origin of Species * observed that most organisms reproduce at rates that would cause enormous increases in population of most species, yet populations remain constant * concluded that those who survive do so because they are superior in a number of ways * "survival of the fittest" - pass the superior genes …

…Genotype Environment - parents who are genetically related to the child provide a rearing environment for the child. Intelligent parents like to read/read to children/children become skilled readers B. Evocative Genotype Environment - genotype elicits certain types of physical and social environments. Baby's temperament (active smiling) receive more social interaction than a passive baby. C. Active Genotype Environment - (niche-picking) children seek out environment they find compatible and stimulating. Athletically inclined seek sports.