The effective psychological environment refers to the unique personal experiences and influences that shape an individual's behavior, personality, and mental health.
Think of a garden. Each plant (individual) in the garden grows differently depending on its specific conditions - sunlight, soil type, water amount etc. Similarly, each person's effective psychological environment is unique and shapes their growth and development.
Environmental Influence on Behavior: This refers to how an individual's behavior can be affected by their surroundings or experiences.
Socialization: This is the process through which individuals learn norms, values, behaviors, and social skills appropriate to their society or culture.
Cognitive Development: This term refers to how people perceive, think about, and understand the world as they grow from infancy through adulthood.
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