Two developmental psychologists are having a conversation. One follows a traditional approach to developmental change; the other follows the life-span approach. Which of the following issues would they most likely differ on?
A) Whether developmental change starts at birth or at conception
B) Whether the tabula rasa or innate goodness positions were correct
C) Whether most developmental change occurs from birth to adolescence or throughout adulthood as well as childhood
D) Whether the earlier theorists, such as Freud and Jung, were correct or whether the later theorists, such as Piaget and Skinner, were correct about developmental change

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The traditional approach focuses on development from birth to adolescence, while the life-span approach considers development as a continuous process throughout adulthood as well as childhood.

Two Developmental Psychologists Are Having a Conversation